Assegaj Explained

Assegaj is a monotypic genus of moths in the family Cossidae. Its sole species is Assegaj clenchi, which is found in Cameroon, the Republic of Congo and Nigeria.^[1]

The length of the forewings is 21–23 mm.

Etymology

The genus name is derived from assegai, an African spear with a wide tip, and refers to the peculiar structure of the uncus. The species is named in honour of H. K. Clench.^[2]

References

• Natural History Museum Lepidoptera generic names catalog

Notes and References

1. Web site: De Prins . J. . De Prins . W. . amp. 2017 . Assegaj clenchi Yakovlev, 2006 . Afromoths . December 4, 2017.
2. , 2006, New Cossidae (Lepidoptera) from Asia, Africa and Macronesia, Tinea 19 (3): 188–213. Full Article: http://molbiol.ru/forums/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=111996