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Parapoynx curviferalis

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Parapoynx curviferalis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Crambidae
Genus: Parapoynx
Species:
P. curviferalis
Binomial name
Parapoynx curviferalis
(Walker, 1866)
Synonyms
  • Oligostigma curviferalis Walker, 1866

Parapoynx curviferalis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Francis Walker in 1866.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from New Brunswick to Florida and from Illinois to Alabama.[2]

The wingspan is about 17 mm. Adults are nearly identical to Parapoynx badiusalis. Adults have been recorded on wing from June to August.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2014). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
  2. ^ BugGuide
  3. ^ Moth Photographers Group. Mississippi State University.