Cephrenes trichopepla
(Yellow palm-dart)
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FAMILY |
Hesperiidae |
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Species |
Cephrenes trichopepla |
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Common name |
Yellow palm-dart |
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Main colour(s) |
Brown with orange |
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Distinctive features |
Wingspan 34/36 mm; distinct spot on hind |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
Hosts plants for the larvae are species of palms, family Arecaceae. Mature larvae distinguished by orange patches near the mandibles, body variable in colour from yellowish to pinkish or purplish-green becoming purplish-blue. Adults brownish-black with extensive orange-yellow markings, distinct spot near base on lower side of wings.
