Philobota (genus)

Unidentified Philobota genus moths at Paddys River, ACT

Philobota (genus) at Paddys River, ACT - 25 Aug 2023
Philobota (genus) at Paddys River, ACT - 25 Aug 2023
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Philobota (genus) 28 Aug 2023 ibaird
Philobota (genus) 28 Aug 2023 donhe
Unidentified 27 Aug 2023 Christine

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donhe wrote:
   27 Aug 2023
Appears to have prominent upturned palps. Too big for Oecophoridae or Gelichiidae? Perhaps Xyloryctidae?
ibaird wrote:
   27 Aug 2023
I'm not sure i agree, Philobota mathematica group are similar and have large upturned palps. The head and thorax structure and shape to me strongly suggests Philobota genus. Brioad dark stripe along th\e costa.

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