Fluttery Orange
Having been thrown into confusion by the Sunmoth, I now can’t tell if this is a butterfly or day moth, though I suspect butterfly. The insect was actually perched atop a shrub and a bit out of reach, so it was a challenging shot to take. The stiff breeze and the insect’s tendency to flutter haphazardly made it even more difficult. Any I.D. suggestions welcome! Seen in bushland in Katoomba. [Upper Blue Mountains, NSW]
EDIT: I now know this to be the Common Whistling Moth (Hecatesia fenestrata).
Fluttery Orange
Having been thrown into confusion by the Sunmoth, I now can’t tell if this is a butterfly or day moth, though I suspect butterfly. The insect was actually perched atop a shrub and a bit out of reach, so it was a challenging shot to take. The stiff breeze and the insect’s tendency to flutter haphazardly made it even more difficult. Any I.D. suggestions welcome! Seen in bushland in Katoomba. [Upper Blue Mountains, NSW]
EDIT: I now know this to be the Common Whistling Moth (Hecatesia fenestrata).