Reticulate Bagnest
Common NameReticulate Bagnest
Scientific NamePterolocera reticulata
FamilyAnthelidae
SubfamilyAnthelinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorscream, dark brown
HabitatWoodlands, forests, heathlands
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia
Host PlantsEucalyptus
Flight PeriodApril to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are hairy caterpillars that often live gregariously in silken bags, feeding on host plants before pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the unique dark brown reticulated pattern on pale wings, which gives it a distinctive net-like appearance. Males have conspicuously feathery antennae.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth characterized by its pale cream to yellowish wings overlaid with a striking dark brown, net-like reticulated pattern. It has a robust, hairy body and prominent bipectinate antennae.
