Psalidostetha banksiae
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Psalidostetha banksiae (Lewin, 1805)
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Psalidostetha banksiae, also known as the banksia moth is a moth of the family Notodontidae. It is found throughout Australia.[1] Its wingspan is about 6 cm (2.4 in).[1]
The larvae feed on Banksia, Hakea, Dryandra and Grevillea leaves.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Gordh, Gordon (2011). "Banksia moth". A Dictionary of Entomology (2nd ed.). CABI. p. 151. ISBN 9781845935429.
- ^ Herbison-Evans, Don; Crossley, Stella (1 August 2010). "Danima banksiae ( Lewin, 1805)". Australian Insects. Archived from the original on 2010-12-05.