Cerace xanthothrix
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Cerace xanthothrix is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Assam, India, and was first described in 1950 by Alexey Diakonoff.[2]
The wingspan is 33–48 mm. The forewings are blackish violet, suffused with black along the costal area and with narrow streaks of brick-red suffusion. The hindwings are bright orange, but brownish black with a violet gloss and faint yellowish spots posteriorly.[3]
References
- ^ Tortricid.net
- ^ Diakonoff, A. (1950). "A Revision of the Family Ceracidae". Bulletin of the British Museum (Natural History). 1 (1950-1951): 208–209.
- ^ A revision of the family Ceracidae (Lepidoptera Tortricoidea)
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