Thallarcha partita
Common NameThallarcha partita
Scientific NameThallarcha partita
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellow, black
HabitatDry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, heathlands
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodSeptember to April
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are known to feed on lichens and algae, typically found on tree trunks and rocks.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its distinctive bright yellow and broad black banded pattern across the forewings and body.
Description
A small moth characterized by its striking yellow and black banded forewings, with a similarly patterned head and thorax.
