| Argyresthia trifasciae | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Lepidoptera |
| Family: | Argyresthiidae |
| Genus: | Argyresthia |
| Species: | A. trifasciae |
| Binomial name | |
| Argyresthia trifasciae Braun, 1910[1] | |
Argyresthia trifasciae is a moth of the family Yponomeutidae. It is found in North America, including California.
The wingspan is 7-7.5 mm. The forewings are shining white with a faint yellowish tinge, and marked with pale golden. The hindwings are pale yellow.[2]
The larvae feed on Thuja occidentalis, as well as Juniperus and Cupressus species, including Cupressus macrocarpa.[3]
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