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Pseudopostega acuminata

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Pseudopostega acuminata is a moth of the family Opostegidae. It was described by Donald R. Davis and Jonas R. Stonis, 2007.[1] It is known from northern Argentina and north-western Venezuela.

The length of the forewings is 3.1–3.3 mm. Adults have been recorded in February (in Venezuela) and April (in Argentina).

Etymology

The species name is derived from the Latin acuminatus (meaning pointed, sharpened), in reference to the long, slender, acute caudal lobe of the male gnathos.

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Pseudopostega acuminata: Brief Summary

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Pseudopostega acuminata is a moth of the family Opostegidae. It was described by Donald R. Davis and Jonas R. Stonis, 2007. It is known from northern Argentina and north-western Venezuela.

The length of the forewings is 3.1–3.3 mm. Adults have been recorded in February (in Venezuela) and April (in Argentina).

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