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Blastobasis dicionis

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Blastobasis dicionis is a moth in the family Blastobasidae. It is found in Costa Rica.

The length of the forewings is 5–7 mm. The forewings are brownish grey intermixed with brownish-grey scales tipped with pale brownish grey and pale brownish-grey scales. The hindwings are translucent pale brown, gradually darkening towards the apex.

Etymology

The specific name is derived from Latin dicio (meaning, authority, power or control).

References

Blastobasis dicionis Wikipedia


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