Anaphe reticulata
Anaphe reticulata is a moth of the family Notodontidae. It was described by Francis Walker in 1855. It is found in Angola, Eritrea, Ivory Coast, Malawi, Mozambique and South Africa.[1]
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The caterpillars can be seen precessing in single file along the ground or up trees. Allegedly they will cause a rash if touched.
References
- De Prins, J. & De Prins, W. (2017). "Anaphe reticulata Walker, 1855". Afromoths. Retrieved January 24, 2018.
- Pitkin, Brian & Jenkins, Paul. "Search results Family: Arctiidae". Butterflies and Moths of the World. Natural History Museum, London.
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