limestone saw-sedge
Gahnia deusta
Nectar
Host
Occurs along coastal cliffs south of Adelaide and in coastal vegetation and open woodland elsewhere. Caterpillars are found on small species of saw-sedges Gahnia spp.
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Family: | hesperiidae |
Size (Male): | 31mm |
Size (Female): | 35mm |
Mature Larva Length: | 25-30mm |
Months of Flight: | mar, apr, sep, oct, nov |
Abundance: | rare |
Alternate Names: | Diamond sand-skipper |