Actihema simpsonae

Actihema simpsonae is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Kenya. The habitat consists of high altitude grassland and mixed scrub.

Actihema simpsonae
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A. simpsonae
Binomial name
Actihema simpsonae
Aarvik, 2010[1]

The wingspan is 16–17 mm. The forewings are off-white, dotted with ochreous. The hindwings are white with fuscous transverse striae.

Etymology

The species is named in memory of Mrs. Jill Simpson.[2]

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References

  1. tortricidae.com
  2. Aarvik, L., 2010: Review of East African Cochylini (Lepidoptera, Tortricidae) with description of new species. Norwegian Journal of Entomology 57 (2): 81-108. Full article: .


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