Ectaga garcia
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Ectaga garcia Becker, 1994
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Ectaga garcia is a moth in the Depressariidae family. It was described by Becker in 1994.[1] It is found in Brazil (Minas Gerais).[2] The species was introduced to northern New South Wales to control Lantana camara. However, the species has failed to establish itself in Australia.[3]
The larvae feed on Lantana camara, Lantana griesebachiana and Lantana montevidensis.
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