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Sesame leafroller moth [Antigastra catalaunalis]

According to Wikipedia, this moth “is endemic to tropical and subtropical areas (South Asia, Malay Archipelago, Africa), but is also found in other areas due to its migratory nature.” The wingspan is recorded at 19-22 mm. According to RGV Bug Blog, “As their name suggests, they web the top leaves and terminal portion of the plant to provide a protected location where they will feed.” In other words, the moth weaves together the leaves in order to protect itself.

Collection:
Nature Collection
Photograph ID:
001/0394/0045
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Mymoon Moghul was born and brought up in the IIT Madras campus. She did her schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya, IIT Madras. Mymoon Moghul graduated from Quaid-e-Millat Govt. College for Women, Chennai with a degree in zoology. Following this, she completed her post-graduation in Library and Information Science and Psychology. In 2001, Mymoon attained a doctorate in the field of scientometrics. She has been working as a library professional since 1986. Since 1993, she has been working at the CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre, Chennai. She is a passionate wildlife photographer.

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