Scirpophaga aurivena

(Scirpophaga aurivena)

Description

Scirpophaga aurivena is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by George Hampson in 1903. It is found in north-eastern India (Khasi Hills). The wingspan is 19–22 mm. The forewings are pale yellow, but yellow between the veins. The hindwings are white.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Crambidae
Genus:Scirpophaga
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