Orocrambus melampetrus explained

Orocrambus melampetrus is a moth in the family Crambidae.[1] It was described by Alex Purdie in 1884.[2] It is endemic to New Zealand,[3] where it has been recorded from the South Island. The habitat consists of high alpine grasslands.

The wingspan is 24–28 mm.[4]

Notes and References

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  2. Purdie. Alex. Orocrambus sp.. New Zealand Journal of Science. 1884. 2. 167–168. 21 January 2018. en.
  3. Web site: NZOR Name Details - Orocrambus melampetrus Purdie, 1884. www.nzor.org.nz. Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd. 21 January 2018.
  4. Gaskin. D. E.. 1975. Revision of the New Zealand Crambini (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae: Crambinae). New Zealand Journal of Zoology. 2. 3. 265–363. 10.1080/03014223.1975.9517878.

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