Biology:Franzdanielia

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Short description: Genus of moth

Franzdanielia
Scientific classification
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Franzdanielia

Yakovlev, 2006
Species:
F. likiangi
Binomial name
Franzdanielia likiangi
(Daniel, 1940)
Synonyms
  • Generic
    • Frantsdanielia Yakovlev, 2007
  • Specific
    • Cossus likiangi Daniel, 1940
    • Holcocerus likiangi
    • Frantsdanielia likiangi Daniel, 1940

Franzdanielia is a monotypic moth genus in the family Cossidae.[1] Its sole species, Franzdanielia likiangi, is found in China (Yunnan, Sichuan).[2]

The length of the forewings is 21–24 mm. The forewings have a reticulate pattern and a narrow submarginal band of variable length. The hindwings are uniform grey. Adults are on wing from June to July.

Etymology

The genus is named in honour of Dr. Franz Daniel.[3]

References

Wikidata ☰ Q22083609 entry