Scoparia vulpecula facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Scoparia vulpecula |
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Scoparia (moth)
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vulpecula
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Scoparia vulpecula is a species of moth in the family Crambidae. It is endemic to New Zealand.
Taxonomy
This species was described by Edward Meyrick in 1927 from a female specimen collected by George Hudson at Bold Peak at Lake Wakatipu. However the placement of this species within the genus Scoparia is in doubt. As a result, this species has also been referred to as Scoparia (s.l.) vulpecula.
Description
The wingspan is about 18 mm. The forewings are light fuscous with a few scattered whitish scales. The discal spot is cloudy and darker fuscous. The hindwings are whitish-grey, greyer near the termen. Adults have been recorded on wing in January.
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