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Moth (unknown)

Photo by MudWiggle
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Field Notes

Description:

Moth- black with broad yellow stripes and patches. Body also black with yellow stripes. Head and antennae appear black.

Habitat:

Seen in woodland in Usambara mountains, Tanzania.

Notes:

Unknown, I think it is a moth, it just struck me as it was so bright against the tree trunk.. should have got more photos.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
MudWiggle
Oh thanks Mark, that makes perfect sense. :)
Mark Ridgway
Tiger moth; arctiidae I think.I'm sure one of our experts will correct me soon. :)

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PublishedSeptember 15, 2015

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