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Scopula perlata (♀)

Scopula perlata

Photo by Mark Ridgway
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Field Notes

Description:

Approximately 20mm across. Attractive all white with a slight pearly sheen to it. Some faint markings and two small spots.

Habitat:

Within a nature reserve incorporating stringybark, acacias, pomaderris, pittosporum, assorted woody shrubs and grasses. On the walls of a BBQ facility.

Notes:

Sometimes called 'Cream wave' this can sometimes be much more coloured or pure white.

http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_loopers/CreamWaveMoth.htm

Reference Links:

Scopula perlata - Overview, Scopula perlata, Scopula perlata

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PublishedOctober 11, 2013

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