Parapoynx restingalis explained

Parapoynx restingalis is a moth in the family Crambidae.[1] It is found in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro, Bahia). The habitat consists of marshes with sand dune vegetation.

The larvae feed on the floating leaves of Nymphoides humboldtianum and Nymphaea ampla.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: global Pyraloidea database . Globiz.pyraloidea.org . 2014-07-15.
  2. http://eurekamag.com/research/030/837/030837480.php Nessimian, Jorge Luiz; Silva, Elidiomar Ribeiro Da, 1994: Description of the immature stages of Parapoynx restingalis Da Silva and Nessimian, 1990, with notes on its life history. Revista Brasileira De Biologia. 54(4): 603-610

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