Mythimna reversa (Moore, [1884])
(one synonym : Hypopteridia fortior)
 HADENINAE ,   NOCTUIDAE

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


The Caterpillars of this species feed on various grasses, including :

  • Paspalum species ( POACEAE ).

    The adult moths have fawn forewings with dark grey markings. They have a wingspan of about 4 cms.

    This species may be found across south-east Asia, from India to the Philippines, including Queensland in Australia.

    Further reading :

    Ian F.B. Common, Moths of Australia, Melbourne University Press, 1990, p. 465.

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    (updated 24 August 2004)