Amata xanthura

Description

Amata xanthura is a species of moth of the family Erebidae. It is found in Australia, where it has been recorded from the Northern Territory, New South Wales and Victoria. The wingspan is about 30 mm. Adult are wasp-like, with black wings with pale yellow translucent spots. There is a single translucent yellow area in the shape of an irregular hourglass on the hindwings.