Biology:Compsotropha selenias
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Short description: Species of moth
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| Genus: | Compsotropha
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| Species: | C. selenias
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| Compsotropha selenias Meyrick, 1884
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Compsotropha selenias is a moth of the family Oecophoridae. It is found in Australia , including Tasmania. Caterpillars of the species feed on Eucalyptus spp.[1]
Description
Caterpillars of Compsotropha selenias are off-white and live in shelters constructed from leaves and silk.[1]
Adults have white forewings with a number of dark brown markings, yellow hindwings, and a wingspan of approximately 2 cm.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Herbison-Evans, Don; Crossley, Stella. "Compsotropha selenias". http://lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au/wing/selenias.html.
Wikidata ☰ Q2990803 entry
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