Dysoptus denticulatus explained

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]

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.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dysoptus denticulatus - Wikispecies. 2020-10-27. species.wikimedia.org.
  2. Web site: Latin Definition for: Denticulatus, denticulata, denticulatum (ID: 16636) - Latin Dictionary and Grammar Resources - Latdict.