Orocrambus paraxenus

(Orocrambus paraxenus)

Description

Orocrambus paraxenus is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Edward Meyrick in 1885. It is endemic to New Zealand, where it has been recorded from the South Island. The habitat this species prefers consists of dry tussock areas. The wingspan is 30–33 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing from December to February.

Taxonomic tree:

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