Grass Moth Sp.

Heliothela ophideresana

Bug Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

The adult moths of this species have a dark brown pattern with a cream coloured mark on each forewing. The hind wings are predominately and organge to yellow colour.

Size

The wingspan is about 15mm

Habitat

Seen at flowers close to the ground

Distribution

Africa, Asia and Australia

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Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (1)

The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)

Quick Facts

Common name: Grass Moth Sp.
Scientific name: Heliothela ophideresana (Walker, 1863)
Family: Crambidae
Category: Bug Life › Butterflies & Moths
Origin: Native
Conservation: Not Evaluated

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