Galagete consimilis explained

Galagete consimilis is a moth in the family Autostichidae. It was described by Bernard Landry in 2002. It is found on the Galápagos Islands.[1]

The wingspan is 8.5–9 mm for males and 8.5–10 mm for females. Adults have been recorded on wing in February, March and August.

Etymology

The species name refers to the similarity between Galagete consimilis and Galagete darwini.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Markku . Savela . Galagete Landry, 2002 . Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms . November 19, 2017.
  2. https://archive.org/stream/revuesuissede10942002schw#page/842/mode/1up Revue suisse de Zoologie 109 (4)