Rank Species | Scientific name Anthela nicothoe Higher classification Anthela Order Butterflies and moths | |
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Similar Anthela, Butterflies and moths, Anthela varia, Abantiades hyalinatus | ||
The Urticating Anthelid (Anthela nicothoe) is a species of moth of the family Anthelidae. It is found in Australia, including Tasmania.
The wingspan is about 70 mm for males and 100 mm for females.
The larvae feed on various Acacia species, especially Acacia baileyana and Acacia dealbata.
References
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