This species is the subject of continuing study, as very little is known about it. The Caterpillars spend most of their time underground, feeding on grass roots.

(Photo: courtesy of Trevor Jinks, North Burnett)

The adults have brown forewings, and bright yellow hindwings.

mating pair: female on the right
(Photo: courtesy of Dave Britton, Armidale)

The species has been observed in:

Queensland.

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(updated 6 November 2010)