Grey-headed Anthelid - male

Description:

This beautiful pale green male anthelid had a wing span of about 50 mm. A thin deep reddish-brown line through both fore wings from costa to the inner margins. Similar but a dark straight line and a zigzag were seen on hind wings as in most anthelids.
The head and legs of this species were grey giving it it's common name. The feathery antennae were brown.

Habitat:

Attracted to night lights close to a coastal reserve.

Notes:

Larvae of this species feed on wattle. The species is said to be variable in colour.
Family: Anthelidae