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Ovenna vicaria
Metallic moth flew out of a tree after I shook one of the branches. This appears to be the male of the species. (orange spot on abdomen characteristic) The body, head and legs are deep yellow to orange. It is about 25 mm long.
Fynbos to subtropical forest.
Spotted on Feb 23, 2013
Submitted on Feb 24, 2013
3 Comments
Thanks Ietermagog! Had another visit from the same type over the weekend.
This is eye-catching!
Wow Johan