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Carausius sechellensis (PSG 16)

   This species would be interesting from the mere fact that its origin is the Seychelles ( a group of islands just NE of Madagascar).  They have white-tipped antennae and seem to get lighter in color as they molt.

Foodplants: bramble, fern

6th-instar 6th-instar, note black joints of antennas and white tips

3rd instar 1st-instar

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