Melanothrix semperi

Melanothrix semperi is a moth in the family Eupterotidae. It was described by Rothschild in 1917.[1] It is found in the Philippines[2] (Mindanao).

Melanothrix semperi
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M. semperi
Binomial name
Melanothrix semperi
Rothschild, 1917
Synonyms
  • Melanothrix pulchricolor sensu Semper

The wings of the adults are similar to Melanothrix nymphaliaria, but are less black. The abdomen is yellow with black transverse bands.[3]

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