CASTNIIDAE of Australia
Sun Moths
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The Caterpillars of the species in this family in general feed on the roots of various types of grass and sedge. The moths are unusual as they fly during daylight hours, and have clubbed antennae like butterflies. The 24 named Australian representatives are:
Synemon collecta
Synemon laeta
Synemon parthenoides : Link Moth
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