Dysoptus denticulatus
Dysoptus denticulatus is a species of moth in the family Arrhenophanidae. It is known only from Brazil, São Paulo, Boracéia Field Station, and Casa Grande.[1]
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The length of the forewings is about 5 mm for males. Adults are on wing in February (based on one record).
Etymology
The specific name is derived from the Latin denticulatus (with small teeth),[2] in reference to the denticulate apex of the saccular process in the male valva.
References
- "Dysoptus denticulatus - Wikispecies". species.wikimedia.org. Retrieved 2020-10-27.
- "Latin Definition for: Denticulatus, denticulata, denticulatum (ID: 16636) - Latin Dictionary and Grammar Resources - Latdict".
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