description Granny's cloak moth Overview
Granny's cloak moth (Speiredonia spectans) is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, described by Achille Guenée in 1852. Native to Australia, this nocturnal species is notable for its large size, reaching a wingspan of approximately 70 millimeters. Its larvae primarily feed on the foliage of Acacia species, and the adults are recognized by their distinctive cloak-like wing patterns.
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What is the scientific name of Granny's cloak moth?
Granny's cloak moth is scientifically known as Speiredonia spectans. The species belongs to the family Erebidae.
How large can Granny's cloak moth become?
It can reach a wingspan of approximately 70 millimeters. That makes it a notably large moth among Australian species.
Where is Granny's cloak moth found?
The species is native to Australia. It is nocturnal, so adults are most likely to be encountered after dark.
Who described Granny's cloak moth?
Achille Guenée described the species in 1852. Its formal description dates back to the 19th-century study of moths.
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