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Palaephatus latus

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Palaephatus latus is a moth of the family Palaephatidae. It is found in the Arauco Province of Chile.

The length of the forewings is 4.8–5 mm. Adults have uniformly fuscous wings, reflecting a slight bronzy iridescence. They are on wing in October in one generation per year.

Etymology

The specific name is derived from Latin latus (meaning broad or wide) and refers to the unusually broad male genital capsule.

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Palaephatus latus Wikipedia


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