Heliothela (genus)

A P:yraloid moth (Heliotheliinae subf.) at Kosciuszko National Park

Heliothela (genus) at Kosciuszko National Park - 12 Dec 2023
Heliothela (genus) at Kosciuszko National Park - 12 Dec 2023
Heliothela (genus) at Kosciuszko National Park - 12 Dec 2023
Heliothela (genus) at Kosciuszko National Park - 12 Dec 2023
Heliothela (genus) at Kosciuszko National Park - 12 Dec 2023
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Identification history

Heliothela (genus) 18 Dec 2023 donhe
Unidentified 17 Dec 2023 SteveBorkowskis

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Approx 20-25mm long

1 comment

ibaird wrote:
   17 Dec 2023
While this moth suggests Heliothela (genus) I'm not sure.

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • False Pollinator Insect on Flower

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