Brithys crini - Lily leaf borer, Crinum borer
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Photo(s): Bart Wursten, Hippo House, Gorongosa National Park.
Species details:
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Notes:
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This species is sometimes considered a pest where the larvae attack Amaryllidaceae in horticulture. |
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Distribution:
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Widespread in Africa, Mediterranean area, Japan and tropical Australia. |
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Related plant genera:
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| Amaryllidaceae | Crinum (Larval foodplant)
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Literature:
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africanmoths.com |