libutron:Mossy moth - Mpanjaka pastor This striking moth is scientifically called Mpanjaka pastor (E
libutron:Mossy moth - Mpanjaka pastorThis striking moth is scientifically called Mpanjaka pastor (Erebidae), a species endemic to central Madagascar with amazing adaptations to the rainforest environment, filled with mosses and lichens. The scales of this moth have grown in length. Of particular note are the “hair extensions” at the head and on the sides which trail down to the ground and serve to break up the outline and camouflage the moth while it is sleeping during the day. References: [1]Photo credits: ©Paul Bertner | Locality: Andasibe National Park, Madagascar (2013) | [Top] - [Bottom] -- source link
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