Mataeomera (genus) (A Scale Moth, Acontiinae)

The Scale Moth larvae eats the scale insects and covers its body with the remains to create a protective case. This reference shows an example:

http://lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au/acon/coccophaga.html

Mataeomera (genus) is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands


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Protective case covering on caterpillar

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