Phytometra formosalis (Walker, 1866)
(previously known as : Rhodaria formosalis)
 CATOCALINAE ,   NOCTUIDAE

Don Herbison-Evans ( donherbisonevans@yahoo.com )
&
Stella Crossley

Phytometra formosalis
(Photo: courtesy of Trevor Jinks, North Burnett)

The adult moth of this species is gold, with a maroon costa and margin to each forewing. The head has dark brown eyes.

The moths have been found in

  • Western Australia,
  • Northern Territory,
  • Queensland, and
  • New South Wales.

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    (updated 6 August 2011)