Clouded Footman Anestia ombrophanes Meyrick, 1886
Lichen moth
Anestia semiochrea
Introduction
One of two described species in Anestia, this species is restricted to drier inland regions.
Identification
Males have strongly bipectinate antennae. This species can be separated from A. semiochrea by the more extensive white markings in the forewing. and the paler yellow hindwings. Females are presumably wingless, as in S. semiochrea
Distribution
Wedderburn, Kiata, Gisborne (VIC), Perth, Nedlands, Madura, Kojonup, Balladonia Hotel, Hyden, Grass Patch (WA), Nullarbor, Blackwood, Glenelg (SA)
Feeding and diet
Larvae feed on lichens