Heliotrope Moth, Utetheisa pulchelloides. The larvae of Utetheisa pulchelloides have not been found in Tasmania, so it is likely that the adult moths are blown down from the mainland during Northerly weather patterns.
Mid March 2008
Hobart
Mid March 2008
Ulverstone
Early October 2015
Bridport
These moths were being reported across the state over a warm period of about 4-5 days.
Early October 2015
Bridport
Early October 2015
Adams Beach, Bridport
Early October 2020
Bridport
Late January 2022
Sisters Beach
