Michaelophorus margaritae

Michaelophorus margaritae is a species of moth in the genus Michaelophorus known from Ecuador. It takes flight in May and has a wingspan of approximately 9–11 millimetres (0.35–0.43 in). The specific name refers to Margarita Pelz, the wife of the species' collector.[1]

Michaelophorus margaritae
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M. margaritae
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Michaelophorus margaritae
Gielis, 2006

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