Gelophaula vana explained

Gelophaula vana is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in New Zealand.

The wingspan is 26–29 mm for males and 29–32 mm for females. The forewings of the males have a yellow median stripe. Females have pale yellow forewings, sprinkled with fuscous. The hindwings are white, dusted with grey.[1] Adults have been recorded on wing in December and January.

Notes and References

  1. http://rsnz.natlib.govt.nz/volume/rsnz_59/rsnz_59_03_004880.html Transactions and Proceedings of the Royal Society of New Zealand 1868-1961; Volume 59, 1928