Phycomorpha prasinochroa
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Phycomorpha prasinochroa is a moth in the Copromorphidae family. It is found in Australia,[1] where it has been recorded from New South Wales[2] and Queensland.
The forewings are green with brown flecks. The hindwings are a shiny grey.
The larvae feed on the buds and new growth of various Ficus species, including Ficus fraseri, Ficus coronata and Ficus carica.[3]
References
- ^ Beccaloni, G.; Scoble, M.; Kitching, I.; Simonsen, T.; Robinson, G.; Pitkin, B.; Hine, A.; Lyal, C., eds. (2003). "Phycomorpha prasinochroa". The Global Lepidoptera Names Index. Natural History Museum. Retrieved May 12, 2018.
- ^ Australian Faunal Directory
- ^ lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au