Caryocolum vartianorum

(Caryocolum vartianorum)

Description

Caryocolum vartianorum is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It is found in Afghanistan. It occurs at altitudes between 2,100 and 2,500 meters. The length of the forewings is about 6 mm. The forewings are whitish, mottled with light brown. There are distinct dark brown markings, often lined with orange-brown. Adults have been recorded on wing from late July to early August.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Gelechiidae
Genus:Caryocolum
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