Gazoryctra macilentus commonly known as the Nothern ghost moth, is a moth species in the family Hepialidae.

It is known from Siberia, the Russian Far East,[1] Japan,[2] Kazakhstan and Mongolia.

[3] This species is notable for its large, heavy-bodied appearance and ghostly pale wings, which often have slightly translucent quality, hence the common name.

Key Characteristics Behavior Ecological Role While G. macilentus is not widely studied, species in the Hepialidae family are typically important for their role in soil health and nutrient cycling due to their root-feeding larval stage.

This article on a moth of the family Hepialidae is a stub.