Cryptophasa cannea

(Cryptophasa cannea)

Description

Cryptophasa cannea is a moth in the Xyloryctidae family. It was described by Lucas in 1901. It is found in Australia, where it has been recorded from Queensland. The wingspan is 18–24 mm. The forewings are ochreous red and the hindwings are smoky grey, with the veins distinctly outlined. The larvae possibly feed on Banksia species.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Oecophoridae
Genus:Cryptophasa
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