blady grass
Imperata cylindrica
Nectar
Host
This widespread species is common along the Adelaide Hills Face Zone and in the Adelaide suburbs and occurs throughout S and SE Australia. The caterpillars feed on native and introduced grasses.
You can learn a lot more about this butterfly on this research-quality website (now managed by the BCSA)
Family: | nymphalidae |
Size (Male): | 56mm |
Size (Female): | 64mm |
Mature Larva Length: | 35mm |
Months of Flight: | jan, feb, mar, apr, may, oct, nov, dec |
Abundance: | common |
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