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Cryptoptila australana
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C. australana
Binomial name
Cryptoptila australana
(Lewin, 1805)[1]
Synonyms
  • Tortrix australana Lewin, 1805

Cryptoptila australana is a species of moth of the Tortricidae family. It is found in Australia, where it has been recorded from Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Victoria.

The wingspan is about 30 mm. Adults have grey wings with rusty brown markings.

The larvae feed on Polyscias sambucifolia, living in a communal shelter made of leaves joined with silk. They are dark brownish green with orange spots and white hairs. They reach a length of about 30 mm. Pupation takes place in the larval shelter.[2]

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