Chrysoclista grandis

Chrysoclysta grandis is a species of moth of the family Agonoxenidae. It is found in the western United States, in the mountains of California and Colorado.

Chrysoclista grandis
Scientific classification
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Agonoxenidae (disputed)
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C. grandis
Binomial name
Chrysoclista grandis
Koster, 2002

The wingspan is 15–17 mm for males. Adults have been recorded from late July till late August.

Etymology

The name grandis refers to the large wingspan and the bright appearance.[1]

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