Vine Hawk Moth (Hippotion celerio) observed by the students of Leigh Creek Area School from caterpillar, through pupation, to stunning adult moth.
Vine Hawk-moth life cycle
White-lined Hawk Moth: Copley
White-lined Hawk Moth, common in arid and semi-arid inland areas such as the Flinders Ranges. Wingspan 50-65mm.
Rain Moth pupal casing
Rain moth pupal casing emerging out of the ground at Warraweena in May.
Case Moth larval cocoon
Rain Moth
Trictina atripalpis moth, as seen here on a rock along the Strzelecki Track is believed to augur oncoming rain. This male one was approximately 80mm long, and they can have a wingspan of up to 160mm. Females lack the distinct wing markings.
