September 16, 2025Zootaxa

A new species of the genus Ptochoryctis Meyrick, 1894 (Lepidoptera: Autostichidae) from India

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Ptochoryctis sundarbanica sp. nov. was discovered in the Sundarbans, West Bengal, India, enriching local biodiversity.
Two adult specimens were collected in mangrove habitat, providing valuable data on habitat preferences.
The identification of this new species emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts in mangrove ecosystems.
The discovery supports ongoing research into the Lepidoptera diversity in India, particularly within the Autostichidae family.

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New species Ptochoryctis sundarbanica identified in degraded mangrove habitat, highlighting biodiversity.

Ptochoryctis sundarbanica sp. nov. is described from two adult specimens found in degraded mangrove habitat in the Sundarbans, West Bengal, India.

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New species Ptochoryctis sundarbanica identified in degraded mangrove habitat, highlighting biodiversity.

Ptochoryctis sundarbanica sp. nov. is described from two adult specimens found in degraded mangrove habitat in the Sundarbans, West Bengal, India.