Gastroplakaeis species Cameroon
Distribution:
unknown, the species in these pictures originates from Central Cameroon (Obout Village)
Wingspan:
males around 4,5 to 5,5 cm, females larger
Season:
in captivity continuously (when kept warm)
Food plants:
Picea, Larix. Does not seem to accept Pinus (sylvestris)
Rearing:
Difficult to get started. Slow growing, it can take up to three months before they pupate. Keep warm, dry and clean. All stages can be kept in spacious, well ventilated plastic containers. The pupal stage is approximately 3 weeks.
Difficulties:
getting the newborns to eat