Heterochyta asteropa
Heterochyta asteropa is a moth in the family Xyloryctidae. It was described by Edward Meyrick in 1906. It is found in Australia,[1] where it has been recorded from Queensland.
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The wingspan is about 33 mm. The forewings are fuscous, very finely sprinkled with whitish points, with some scattered whitish scales. The discal stigmata are ochreous white. The hindwings are pale grey.[2]
References
- Savela, Markku, ed. (6 January 2014). "Heterochyta asteropa Meyrick, 1906". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved 31 August 2020.
- McMillan, Ian (30 July 2010). "Heterochyta". Xyloryctine Moths of Australia. Retrieved 31 August 2020.
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