Xenothictis oncodes

Xenothictis oncodes is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in New Caledonia in the southwest Pacific Ocean. The habitat consists of rainforests.

Xenothictis oncodes
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X. oncodes
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Xenothictis oncodes
Razowski, 2013

The wingspan is 24–37 mm. The forewings are grey, sprinkled, suffused and reticulate (net-like pattern) with purple brown. The markings are darker than the strigulation (fine streaks). The hindwings are grey brown, suffused and strigulated with brown.[1]

References

  1. Razowski, J., 2013: Leaf-rollers from New Caledonia (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae). Shilap Revista de Lepidopterologia 41 (161): 69-93. Full article: .


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