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Metzneria tristella

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Metzneria tristella
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M. tristella
Binomial name
Metzneria tristella
Rebel, 1901
Synonyms
  • Metzneria (Parasia) tristella Rebel, 1901

Metzneria tristella is a moth of the Gelechiidae family. It was described by Rebel in 1901. It is found in Portugal, Spain and France.[1][2]

The wingspan is 12-16 mm. The forewings are densely covered with grey scales, which is only lacking at the base and in a variable streak. Here, the colour is ochreous-yellow. The hindwings are dark grey.[3]

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