Kingdom Animalia Order Lepidoptera Genus Palpita Higher classification Palpita | Phylum Arthropoda Family Crambidae Scientific name Palpita vitrealis Rank Species | |
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Similar Palpita, Insect, Butterflies and moths, Prays oleae, Prays | ||
Palpita vitrealis, the jasmine moth, is a species of moth of the family Crambidae. It occurs worldwide, including Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and America. In Europe, it is found in southern Europe, but may be found further north due to its migratory nature.
The wingspan is 27–31 mm. The moth flies in Autumn depending on the location.
The larvae feed on Jasminum officinale, Ligustrum, Forsythia and olive species.
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