Morpheis clenchi

Morpheis clenchi is a moth in the family Cossidae. It was described by Donahue in 1980. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Arizona. It is also present in northern Mexico.

Morpheis clenchi
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M. clenchi
Binomial name
Morpheis clenchi
Donahue, 1980

The wingspan is about 74 mm. The wings are chalky white, with brownish-black markings on the forewings. The marking on the hindwings are dark grey, except for brownish-black spots on the outer margin at the vein ends. Adults have been recorded on wing in July.[1]

Etymology

The species is named in honour of Harry K. Clench.[2]

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