Cryptophasa tetrazona

1 A Xyloryctid moth at Melba, ACT

Cryptophasa tetrazona at Melba, ACT - 11 Dec 2024 10:56 PM
Cryptophasa tetrazona at Melba, ACT - 11 Dec 2024 10:56 PM
Cryptophasa tetrazona at Melba, ACT - 11 Dec 2024 10:56 PM
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Cryptophasa tetrazona 16 Dec 2024 donhe
Cryptophasa tetrazona 15 Dec 2024 ibaird
Unverified 15 Dec 2024 kasiaaus

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kasiaaus wrote:
   15 Dec 2024
Could be a Philobota sp. but I can't find a match
ibaird wrote:
   15 Dec 2024
Cryptophasa tetrazona, Xyloryctidae. The markings at the outer costal margin suggested it may be an Xylorictid! Other Cryptophasa spp. seem to have this 'calling card' .
ibaird wrote:
   15 Dec 2024
A new species for Canberra and Southern Tablelands region when confirmed. Also has been recorded for Greater Brisbane region. Excellent photo,

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