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Dichomeris inserrata

(Dichomeris inserrata)

Description

The indented dichomeris (Dichomeris inserrata) is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It is found in the United States, including New Jersey, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Florida. The wingspan is 5.4-8.3 mm. The larvae feed on goldenrod.

Taxonomic tree:

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