Ethmia epitrocha
Ethmia epitrocha is a moth in the family Depressariidae. It is found in Japan, China, and Taiwan.
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The wingspan is 20–22 mm (0.79–0.87 in) for males and 22–25 mm (0.87–0.98 in) for females. The forewings are overlaid with black markings on a white background, consisting mostly of elongate, rather big black patches. The hindwings are grey without costal brushes.[1] Adults are on wing from March to September.
The larvae feed on Ehretia acuminata.
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