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Pyralid Moth
Persicoptera aglaopa
-37.8921, 145.313
Field Notes
Description:
This is one of the most attractive of pyralids. It sat upright resting on its legs, hlding up a recurved abdomen. Wings ( span about 15 mm) were a beautiful and rich mix of deep red and orange. The fore wings were divided into three parts with the mid section showing a dark spot near the costa. Antennae were swept back
Habitat:
Spotted in the house under bright lights - very warm night. <br>
Occurrence record:
http://bie.ala.org.au/species/urn:lsid:biodiversity.org.au:afd.taxon:e8…
Notes:
Previously known as Endotricha aglaopa. <br>
Although very attractive, most in this family are agricultural pests.
Family: Pyralidae
Reference Links:
Persicoptera aglaopa
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 30, 2017
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