Titanomis sisyrota

Frosted Phoenix
Frosted Phoenix Pav Johnsson2

Not recorded since 1959... and then rediscovered in 2024! The only species in the genus Titanomis, loose translation: giant, anomalous. We need to know more! Report any sightings to inaturalist.nz

Family
unknown
Biostatus
Presumed endemic
Host Plant
Beech or podocarp forests?
Egg
unknown
Larva
unknown
Pupa
unknown
Adult/Imago
Unusual colouring - brownish grey wings, darker spots and while scales on the margins of the forewings.
Forewing Length
27 - 70mm
Range
Both islands
Habitat
Forest

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