Argyresthia trifasciae explained

Argyresthia trifasciae is a moth of the family Yponomeutidae. It is found in North America, including California.

The wingspan is 7-7.5 mm. The forewings are shining white with a faint yellowish tinge, and marked with pale golden. The hindwings are pale yellow.^[1]

The larvae feed on Thuja occidentalis, as well as Juniperus and Cupressus species, including Cupressus macrocarpa.^[2]

Notes and References

http://biostor.org/reference/84670 New species of Tineina from California
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