Scrobipalpa saltans explained

Scrobipalpa saltans is a moth in the family Gelechiidae. It was described by Wakeham-Dawson in 2012. It is found on the Falkland Islands.

Etymology

The species name refers to its jumping habit and is derived from Latin saltans.[1]

Notes and References

  1. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/278302842_LEPIDOPTERA_OF_THE_FALKLAND_ISLANDS_%282%29_TWO_NEW_SPECIES_OF_GELECHIIDAE Lepidoptera of the Falkland Islands: Two new species of Gelechiidae

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