Sciaphila debiliana (Walker, 1863)
(one synonym is : Capua melancrocana Meyrick, 1881)
 TORTRICINAE ,   TORTRICIDAE

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

Sciaphila debiliana
(Photo: courtesy of Donald Hobern, Aranda)

The caterpillars of this species feed on dead leaves of Gum Trees ( Eucalyptus ).

The adult moth has wings that are grey, with two large dark marks on each forewing. The wingspan is about 2 cms.

The species has been found in :

  • Australian Capital Territory, and
  • New South Wales.

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    (updated 25 September 2009)