Scoparia fumata explained

Scoparia fumata is a species of moth in the family Crambidae.^[1] It is endemic in New Zealand.^[2]

Taxonomy

It was described by Alfred Philpott in 1915.^{[3] [4]} However the placement of this species within the genus Scoparia is in doubt. As a result, this species has also been referred to as Scoparia (s.l.) fumata.

Description

The wingspan is 20–23 mm. The forewings are pale fuscous-brown with dark fuscous markings. The hindwings are grey, tinged with ochreous and with a darker subterminal line. Adults have been recorded on wing in December.

Notes and References

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2. Web site: Scoparia fumata Philpott, 1915. www.nzor.org.nz. Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd. 31 January 2018.
3. Philpott. A.. Descriptions of new species of Lepidoptera.. Transactions and Proceedings of the New Zealand Institute. 1915. 47. 192–201. 31 January 2018. en.
4. Dugdale. J. S.. Lepidoptera - annotated catalogue, and keys to family-group taxa. Fauna of New Zealand. 1988. 14. 161. 31 January 2018.