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Hypatopa crux

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Hypatopa crux is a moth in the Blastobasidae family. It is found in Costa Rica.

The length of the forewings is 3.9–5.1 mm. The forewings are pale brown with a few faint markings or pale brown intermixed with brown scales. The hindwings are translucent pale brown, gradually darkening towards the apex.

Etymology

The specific name is derived from Latin crux (meaning a cross).

References

Hypatopa crux Wikipedia


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