Galagete cristobalensis
Galagete cristobalensis is a moth in the family Autostichidae. It was described by Bernard Landry in 2002. It is found on the Galápagos Islands.[1]
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| Species: | G. cristobalensis |
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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]
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References
- Savela, Markku. "Galagete Landry, 2002". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved November 19, 2017.
- Revue suisse de Zoologie 109 (4)
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