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Nymphicula hexaxantha

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Nymphicula hexaxantha is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Agassiz in 2012. It is found in the Republic of Congo, Kenya, Malawi, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The wingspan is 10–12 mm. The forewings are white, with a fuscous costa and an ochreous subbasal area. The hindwings have an ochreous subbasal fascia. The medial area is scattered with dark brown scales.

Etymology

The species name refers to the bold ochreous markings of the forewing.

References

Nymphicula hexaxantha Wikipedia


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