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Ethmia maculata

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Ethmia maculata
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E. maculata
Binomial name
Ethmia maculata
Sattler, 1967

Ethmia maculata is a moth in the family Depressariidae. It is found in China and Taiwan.

The wingspan is 25–27 mm (0.98–1.06 in). The forewings are overlaid with black markings on a whitish background. There is a characteristic marking on the forewing, consisting of a long, arrow-shaped spot. The hindwings are whitish grey without costal brushes.[1]

The larvae feed on Ehretia dicksonii.

References

  1. ^ "Biota Taiwanica". Archived from the original on 2012-05-02. Retrieved 2011-11-23.