fen sedge
Carex gaudichaudiana
Nectar
Host
Now rare, most likely to be seen along grassy creeklines in the Adelaide area and in the SE of SA. Caterpillars feed on native and introduced grasses. Wingspan: 19mm – 20mm.
You can learn a lot more about this butterfly on this research-quality website (now managed by the BCSA)
Key Facts
| Family: | hesperiidae |
| Size (Male): | 19mm |
| Size (Female): | 20mm |
| Mature Larva Length: | 21mm |
| Months of Flight: | jan, feb, mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov, dec |
| Abundance: | common |
| Alternate Names: | White Grass-Dart |
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Favoured Plants
Plants for attracting this butterfly to your garden
