Kentrochrysalis consimilis explained

Kentrochrysalis consimilis is a species of moth of the family Sphingidae.

Distribution

It is known from the southern part of the Russian Far East, eastern China, North Korea, South Korea and central and southern Japan.[1]

Description

The wingspan is 62–72 mm. It is similar to Kentrochrysalis streckeri, but can be distinguished by the less dentate forewing upperside discal lines and the two distinct antemedian lines, ending at the inner margin in a blackish patch that is prolonged basad.

Biology

Adults are on wing from late April to early August in Korea.

The larvae have been recorded feeding on Ligustrum obtusifolium in Korea.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Pittaway . A. R. . Kitching . I. J. . 2018 . Kentrochrysalis consimilis Rothschild & Jordan, 1903 . Sphingidae of the Eastern Palaearctic . December 15, 2018.