Chamaesphecia mysiniformis (Boisduval)
SESIIDAE

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

(updated 7 April 2004)

This Caterpillar originated in Spain and was introduced into Australia deliberately, in order to control:

  • White Horehound ( Marrubium vulgare, LAMIACEAE ).


    (Photo: courtesy of E. Priesner, Spain)

    The adult moth is mainly dark brown, except for some yellow marks on the body, some white rings on the abdomen, and having clear areas on the wings.

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