Pyrgotis consentiens explained

Pyrgotis consentiens is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is endemic to New Zealand.[1] The holotype specimen of P. consentiens is held at the New Zealand Arthropod Collection (NZAC).[2] Specimens of this species have also been collected on Stewart Island as well as in the Hunter Mountains.

The wingspan is 12–15 mm. The forewings are purplish red. The hindwings are fuscous.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Pyrgotis consentiens Philpott, 1916. www.nzor.org.nz. Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd. 2017-01-16.
  2. Web site: Collection holdings - Part 2: Alphabetical list by family. www.landcareresearch.co.nz. Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd. 2017-01-16.
  3. Philpott. Alfred. Descriptions of new species of Lepidoptera. Transactions and Proceedings of the New Zealand Institute. 1916. 48. 420–423. 16 January 2017.

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