Argyresthia trifasciae

Argyresthia trifasciae
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Yponomeutidae
Genus: Argyresthia
Species: A. trifasciae
Binomial name
Argyresthia trifasciae
Braun, 1910[1]

Argyresthia trifasciae is a moth of the Yponomeutidae family. 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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