Prionapteryx santella explained

Prionapteryx santella is a moth in the family Crambidae.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Arizona.[2]

The wingspan is 19 mm. The forewings are white, with shades and marks of light and dark ochreous brown. The hindwings are light, smoky grey.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: global Pyraloidea database . Globiz.pyraloidea.org . 2014-07-15.
  2. http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=5326 mothphotographersgroup
  3. http://www.forgottenbooks.com/readbook_text/Miscellaneous_Contributions_Micro-Lepidoptera_1902-10_1000818652/373 Kearfott, William Dunham. Miscellaneous Contributions, Micro-Lepidoptera, 1902-10