🌿Native Nature

Common Crimson-and-gold Moth

Pyrausta purpuralis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Crambidae ›Genus: Pyrausta

About

Pyrausta purpuralis is a species of moth of the family Crambidae. It was described by Carl Linnaeus in his 1758 10th edition of Systema Naturae and is found in Europe. The species closely resembles Pyrausta aurata and Pyrausta ostrinalis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Crimson-and-gold Moth?
The scientific name of Common Crimson-and-gold Moth is Pyrausta purpuralis.
What kingdom does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the family Crambidae.
What genus does Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belong to?
Common Crimson-and-gold Moth belongs to the genus Pyrausta.