Palaeosia bicosta (Two-ribbed Footman)

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The forewings are grey-brown with a red or yellow edged cream line along the costa.The hind wings are orange. The head is orange, and the thorax brown. The moth has the natural stiff posture which is characteristic of many LITHOSIINAE, or "Footmen". The adults have a wingspan up to 3 cms.

Palaeosia bicosta is listed in the following regions:

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Species information

Palaeosia bicosta Scientific name
Two-ribbed Footman Common name
Not Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
Up to 1334.92m Recorded at altitude
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West Hobart, TAS

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Palaeosia bicosta (Two-ribbed Footman)

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