2026-09-21 02:49 UTC
@Abelvicent@mastodon.social I grew up calling these Bardi grubs or Witchety grubs. They are the larvae of the cossid moth Endoxyla leucomochla, which feeds on the roots of the witchetty bush that is widespread throughout the Northern Territory and also typically found in parts of Western Australia and South Australia, although it is also found elsewhere throughout Australia.
The term can also apply to larvae of other cossid moths, ghost moths (Hepialidae), and longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae).
Wikipedia
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@Abelvicent@mastodon.social 2026-09-21 02:53
@DjityDjity@mastodon.social Thank you so much for sharing this! 🌱🪲 I’m really fascinated by how much knowledge is connected to these little creatures, especially the traditional names and their relationship with native plants. At YECI, we love learning from people who bring different experiences and perspectives about nature. I’d be happy to keep exchanging knowledge with you and learning more about Australia’s biodiversity. What other parts of nature are you especially passionate about? 🌍🤝