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Nephele subvaria

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Nephele subvaria is a species of moth in the family Sphingidae.

Distribution

It is known from Queensland and Western Australia.[2]

Description

The wingspan is about 60 mm. The forewings are brown and the hindwings may be either brown or red.

Biology

The larvae feed on Carissa spinarum. They are grey with a strong horn on the tail and some white diagonal stripes on the sides.

References

  1. ^ "CATE Creating a Taxonomic eScience - Sphingidae". Cate-sphingidae.org. Archived from the original on 2012-10-13. Retrieved 2011-10-25.
  2. ^ "Australian Insects". Lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au. 2010-06-15. Retrieved 2011-10-25.
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Nephele subvaria: Brief Summary

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Nephele subvaria is a species of moth in the family Sphingidae.

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