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Chionodes metallica

(Chionodes metallica)

Description

Chionodes metallica is a moth in the family Gelechiidae. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from southern Alberta, Montana and Wyoming. The wingspan is 9.5-11.5 mm. The forewings are lustrous dark bronzy brown. The hindwings are shining pale fuscous, with slightly yellowish elongate scales on the disc.

Taxonomic tree:

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