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Moth (unknown)

Description:

Moth- black with broad yellow stripes and patches. Body also black with yellow stripes. Head and antennae appear black.

Habitat:

Seen in woodland in Usambara mountains, Tanzania.

Notes:

Unknown, I think it is a moth, it just struck me as it was so bright against the tree trunk.. should have got more photos.

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2 Comments

MudWiggle
MudWiggle 8 years ago

Oh thanks Mark, that makes perfect sense. :)

Mark Ridgway
Mark Ridgway 8 years ago

Tiger moth; arctiidae I think.I'm sure one of our experts will correct me soon. :)

MudWiggle
Spotted by
MudWiggle

Tanga, Tanzania

Spotted on Oct 15, 2010
Submitted on Sep 15, 2015

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