Orocrambus lewisi

Orocrambus lewisi
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Crambidae
Genus: Orocrambus
Species: O. lewisi
Binomial name
Orocrambus lewisi
Gaskin, 1975

Orocrambus lewisi is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Gaskin in 1975.[1] It is found in New Zealand, where it has been recorded from the South Island, Stephens Island and the south-west tip of the North Island.

The wingspan is 28–30 mm. The forewings are yellow brown with a white median streak, bordered by dark brown. The hindwings are shining brownish white. Adults have been recorded from October to March.

The larvae feed on Poa caespitosa.[2]

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