Scoparia sinuata explained

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

Taxonomy

This species was described by Alfred Philpott in 1930.^{[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.) sinuata.

Description

The wingspan is 18–19 mm. The forewings are pale brown. The hindwings are very pale ochreous. Adults have been recorded on wing in February.

Notes and References

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2. Web site: Scoparia sinuata Philpott, 1930. www.nzor.org.nz. Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd. 1 February 2018.
3. Philpott. A.. The Lepidoptera of Mount Cook District, with Descriptions of New Species.. Transactions and Proceedings of the New Zealand Institute. 1930. 61. 419–439. 1 February 2018.
4. Dugdale. J. S.. Lepidoptera - annotated catalogue, and keys to family-group taxa. Fauna of New Zealand. 1988. 14. 162. 1 February 2018.