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Autumn gum moth
Mnesampela privata
-37.8144, 145.208
Field Notes
Description:
This small green caterpillar is easily identified by two white protuberances on its back and a typical curled "question mark" posture.
A young instar.
Habitat:
Hiding between two gumleaves, sewn together for its diurnal nap.
Notes:
Here is a late instar caterpillar with typical "?" shape
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/10312749
Here is the adult moth which grew from that caterpillar.
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/10313553
Reference Links:
Mnesampela privata
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 24, 2014
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