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Cryptophasa epixysta

(Cryptophasa epixysta)

Description

Cryptophasa epixysta is a moth in the Xyloryctidae family. It was described by Turner in 1917. It is found in Australia, where it has been recorded from the Northern Territory. The wingspan is 52–56 mm. The forewings are shining white and the hindwings are white.

Taxonomic tree:

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