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Hantsmoths
The Lepidoptera (Moths and Butterflies) of Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Palpifer sexnotatus
Checklist Number
03.0001 [B&F: N/A]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
Family:
Hepialidae
Subfamily:
Hepialinae
Genus:
Palpifer
Species:
sexnotatus
Authority:
(Moore, 1879)
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Introduction
One specimen reared from imported Arum tubers, 1981 (exhibited at the BENHS annual exhibition in 1982). An Indian species, very unlikely to reach these shores under natural conditions.
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