Parapoynx epimochla
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Parapoynx epimochla is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Turner in 1908.[1] It is found in Australia, where it has been recorded from New South Wales.[2]
The wingspan is about 18 mm. The forewings pale ochreous-fuscous, mixed with whitish. There is a fine white subterminal line. The hindwings are white with a narrow median and broad postmedian fuscous fascia, as well as an ochreous-fuscous terminal fascia edged anteriorly with fuscous.
Etymology[]
The species name is derived from epimochlos (meaning marked with a bar).[3]
References[]
- ^ "global Pyraloidea database". Globiz.pyraloidea.org. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
- ^ CSIRO Ecosystem Sciences - Australian Moths Online
- ^ Transactions of the Royal Society of South Australia
Categories:
- Acentropinae
- Moths described in 1908
- Acentropinae stubs