Hypatopa_edax

<i>Hypatopa edax</i>

Hypatopa edax

Species of moth

Hypatopa edax is a moth in the family Blastobasidae. It is found in Costa Rica.[1]

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The length of the forewings is 4–4.2 mm. The forewings are pale brown intermixed with pale greyish-brown scales and brown scales. The hindwings are translucent brown, gradually darkening towards the apex.

Etymology

The specific name is derived from Latin edax (meaning greedy).

References

  1. [1]
    Adamski, D., 2013: Review of the Blastobasinae of Costa Rica (Lepidoptera: Gelechioidea: Blastobasidae). Zootaxa 3618 (1): 1-223. Review and full article: doi:10.11646/zootaxa.3618.1.1


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