Generic Specific The pasture day moth (Apina callisto) is a species in the moth family Noctuidae which is active during the day, as its common name implies, making it unlike most other noctuid species.

It is found in most southern areas of Australia, ranging from lower Queensland to Tasmania.

It is the only species in the monotypic genus Apina, erected by Francis Walker in 1855.

They have striking coloration; two yellow stripes run down their mottled-black back, interspersed with blue spots.

The adult moth's wings are black with cream and chestnut markings, with a wingspan of approximately 50 mm (2.0 in).