Image: Lithosiinae Manulea replana larva habitus
Description
Larva of Manulea replana, a common lichen moth found around Sydney
- Photographer:
- P. Jessop
- Rights:
- © Australian Museum
- Common name:
- Lichen moth
- Scientific name:
- Manulea replana
- Family:
- Arctiidae
- Order:
- Lepidoptera
- Location:
- Sydney
Additional information
This species is often found on lichen covered rocks, but will also feed on lichens on roof tiles and other human habitations.
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