Adela oplerella explained
Adela oplerella is a species of moth of the family Adelidae, the fairy longhorn moths. It is known commonly as Opler's longhorn moth. It is endemic to California.[1]
The length of forewings is 4.4-.[2]
The moth has usually been collected on creamcups (Platystemon californicus).[2]
The species was described in 1969 and named for Paul A. Opler, who collected most of the specimens.[2]
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Notes and References
- Web site: Adela oplerella . . 2012 . May 21, 2012 . July 11, 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140711181512/http://explorer.natureserve.org/servlet/NatureServe?searchName=Adela+oplerella . live .
- Powell, J. A.. 1969. A synopsis of Nearctic adelid moths, with descriptions of new species (Incurvariidae). Journal of the Lepidopterists' Society. 23. 211–40. May 21, 2012.
