Dirhinosia nitidula

(Dirhinosia nitidula)

Description

Dirhinosia nitidula is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It is found in Israel, Syria, Lebanon and Turkey. The wingspan is 11–13 mm. The forewings have a yellowish ochreous sheen. There are two white fasciae and a longitudinal streak arising from the base. The hindwings are light greyish brown. Adults have been recorded on wing from May to June.

Taxonomic tree:

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