sinobug:Cyana sp., Lithosiini, Arctiinae, ErebidaeThis striking group of moths is known by several n
sinobug:Cyana sp., Lithosiini, Arctiinae, ErebidaeThis striking group of moths is known by several names including the generalized Tiger moths, Lichen moths and, appropriately, Red-striped moths. Caterpillars are generally very hairy and feed on moss and lichen (hence the name) and these long hairs (setae) are incorporated in the cocoon at pupation. In some species, this takes the form of a woven basket surrounding the pupa (pictured).Pu'er, Yunnan, ChinaPictured are some representatives of the local Yunnan Cyana genus and a pupal cocoon. Click the images to see identifications……See more Chinese moths on my Flickr site HERE. -- source link
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