Galagete cristobalensis
| Galagete cristobalensis | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Lepidoptera |
| Family: | Autostichidae |
| Genus: | Galagete |
| Species: | G. cristobalensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Galagete cristobalensis Landry, 2002 | |
Galagete cristobalensis is a moth in the Autostichidae family. It was described by Landry in 2002. It is found on the Galapagos Islands.[1]
The wingspan is 7-7.5 mm for males and 7-8 mm for females. The forewings are cream coloured with dark-brown markings. The hindwings are shining pale greyish brown. Adults have been recorded on wing in February.
Etymology
The species name refers to San Cristóbal Island, where it was found.[2]
References
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