Mohawk moth
This delightful, tiny mohawk moth with the binomial of Stathmopoda megathyma is native to the east coast of this country. Also known as concealer moth and curved-horn moth.
The metallic lustre is very pretty and antennae impressive.
Larvae of Stathmopoda bore into the seeds, fruits or buds of plants.
Wingspan just 10 mm.
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Taken on October 26, 2018
Mohawk moth
This delightful, tiny mohawk moth with the binomial of Stathmopoda megathyma is native to the east coast of this country. Also known as concealer moth and curved-horn moth.
The metallic lustre is very pretty and antennae impressive.
Larvae of Stathmopoda bore into the seeds, fruits or buds of plants.
Wingspan just 10 mm.
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Uploaded on August 22, 2023
Taken on October 26, 2018