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Trilocha varians, Bombycidae
Trilocha varians is a moth in the Bombycidae family. It is widespread in the Oriental Region. The larvae feed on Streblus and Ficus species. Young larvae are grey with large subdorsal black spots and a short, fleshy, curved horn. Mature larvae are dull brown.Pupation takes place in a boat-shaped cocoon, closely woven with white or yellow rather-papery silk. The pupa is pale yellow.
Seen at a farm house near a river.
Spotted on Apr 13, 2016
Submitted on Apr 24, 2016
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