A widespread moth that feeds off a wide variety or trees and shrubs. the distinctive setal tufts behind the head are thought to mimic parasitic wasps

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A widespread moth that feeds off a wide variety or trees and shrubs. the distinctive setal tufts behind the head are thought to mimic parasitic wasp larvae to deter female wasps from laying eggs in them

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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