Culladia cuneiferellus explained

Culladia cuneiferellus is a species of the family Crambidae in the genus Culladia.[1] It was described by Francis Walker in 1863. It is found in Australia (Queensland, New South Wales and Tasmania), New Caledonia, Norfolk Island, the New Hebrides and the Loyalty Islands.[2] It is also present in New Zealand.[3]

The wingspan is about 10 mm.

The larvae feed on various grasses, including Cynodon dactylon and are considered a pest on lawns and pastures.[4]

Notes and References

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  2. Web site: Savela . Markku . Culladia Moore, [1886] ]. Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms . December 14, 2017.
  3. Web site: Culladia cuneiferellus (Walker, 1863) . New Zealand Organisms Register . Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd . July 11, 2017.
  4. http://lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au/cram/cuneiferellus.html Australian Insects