Scoparia pallidula


Scoparia pallidula is a moth in the Crambidae family. It is endemic to New Zealand.

Taxonomy

This species was described by Alfred Philpott in 1928. However, the placement of this species within the genus Scoparia is in doubt. As a result, this species has also been referred to as Scoparia (s.l.) pallidula.

Description

The wingspan is about 18 mm. The forewings are white, irrorated with pale brownish. The veins are outlined in blackish form, and there is a terminal series of black spots. The hindwings are grey with a slight ochreous tinge. Adults have been recorded on wing in December and January.