Urodeta falciferella explained

Urodeta falciferella is a moth of the family Elachistidae. It is found in Kenya.^[1]

The wingspan is 7.3–8.1 mm.

Etymology

The species name refers to the shape of the signum and is derived from Latin falcifera (meaning carrying a scythe or sickle).^[2]

Notes and References

1. http://www.afromoths.net/species_by_code/PERIFALC Afro Moths
2. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jurate_De_Prins/publication/247879096_The_Elachistinae_(Lepidoptera_Elachistidae)_of_Kenya_with_descriptions_of_eight_new_species/links/0c96051e946094441e000000.pdf The Elachistinae (Lepidoptera: Elachistidae) of Kenya with descriptions of eight new species