Liparistis monosema is a moth in the family Xyloryctidae. It was described by Oswald Bertram Lower in 1893. It is found in Australia,[1] where it has been recorded from South Australia.
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The wingspan is 12–16 mm. The forewings are shining white, slightly ochreous posteriorly. The extreme costal edge is blackish towards the base and there is a distinct black spot in the middle of the wing above the anal angle. The hindwings are fuscous.[2]
References edit
- ^ Savela, Markku (14 December 2014). "Liparistis monosema (Lower, 1893)". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved 10 July 2020.
- ^ McMillan, Ian (9 July 2010). "Liparistis Meyrick, 1915". Xyloryctine Moths of Australia. Retrieved 10 July 2020.
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