Erebidae Moth – Praxis aterrima, garage, Central Avenue.
I noticed a small dark patch on the dark grey door of the garage in Central Ave, which could only have been a moth, as a closer inspection revealed.
I was on my morning walk on September 2, 2025. and had to return with my camera and a step ladder.
Peter Hendry confirmed it as a new species for my Moths album, which is an increasingly rare occurrence.
The moth occurs in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.
One can only wonder at its marvellous pattern and refined tones. Wingspan is about 3.5 cm.
