Wingia aurata

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Wingia aurata
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W. aurata
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Wingia aurata
Walker, 1864

The Golden Leaf Moth (Wingia aurata) is a moth of the family Oecophoridae. It is found in Southern and Eastern Australia. [1]

The wingspan is 30–35 mm.

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References

  1. Australia, Atlas of Living. "Wingia aurata | Atlas of Living Australia". bie.ala.org.au. Retrieved 2016-11-13.