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Walker's owl

Walker's owl

Erebus walkeri

A species of Erebus

Erebus walkeri is a moth of the family Erebidae. It is found in Angola, the Comoros, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Kenya, La Réunion, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, the Seychelles, South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal), São Tomé & Principe, Tanzania, Gambia, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

General Info About Walker's owl
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Attributes of Walker's owl
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, sap on trees, rotting fruit, honeydew, sometimes plant fluids
Larva Food Source
Leaves of various plants, grasses, shrubs, deciduous trees, evergreen plants
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Walker's owl is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Walker's owl
Egg The egg phase marks the beginning of life for the walker's owl, where the minute, oval-shaped eggs are laid in clusters or singly on host plants, exhibiting a distinct coloration that camouflages with the environment.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva (caterpillar) emerges, with a primary focus on feeding. The caterpillar phase is characterized by a series of molts, each time increasing in size, and with notable changes in patterns and coloration to avoid predators.
Pupal Transition to the pupal stage signifies a period of transformation for the walker's owl, where it encloses itself in a chrysalis. During this stage, it undergoes a stunning metamorphosis, and the body starts to reorganize into the adult structure.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult walker's owl’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Adult Walker's owl
Bats, birds, spiders, mammals, large insects
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Interesting Facts About Walker's owl
Despite its unassuming appearance, walker's owl can confuse predators with a sudden display of eye-like patterns hidden on its hind wings.
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Scientific Classification of Walker's owl
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Youth Habitat of Walker's owl
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Walker's owl
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Walker's owl
To attract walker's owl, one can use bait traps with sweet substances such as fermented fruits or molasses mixed with beer.
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Habitat Preferences of Walker's owl Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of walker's owl are often deposited on the undersides of leaves from host plants, typically in locations sheltered from direct sunlight and predators. Caterpillars are commonly found on or near their food sources – plants or trees where they feed voraciously, hiding during the day in crevices or under debris. Pupae usually develop in a cocoon in the soil or leaf litter, benefitting from the moisture and relative safety of the ground cover. Adults, being nocturnal, are likely encountered around light sources or nectaring at flowers in the area after dusk. To find these insects, search leaves for eggs, inspect potential food sources for larvae, explore ground litter for pupae, and observe flowers or lights at night for adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Walker's owl
The most suitable time to find adult walker's owl would be during crepuscular hours or at night when they are most active and visible, while attempting to find young stages should be done during daylight hours when they are feeding.
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