Revision of the genus Charitoprepes Warren (Lepidoptera, Crambidae), with the description of a new species from China

Abstract

The genus Charitoprepes is revised based on morphological characteristics, and Charitoprepes aciculata sp. nov. is described as new from China. Additionally, the female genitalia of C. lubricosa are described for the first time based on new material. The differences among species of this genus are diagnosed, along with images of adults and their genitalia.