Mompha annulata

(Busck, 1914)

Perimede annulata

Mompha annulata is a small in the Momphidae, originally described as Perimede annulata by August Busck in 1914. The is known from Panama and belongs to a family of microlepidoptera commonly referred to as twirler moths. Momphidae species are typically small with narrow wings and are often associated with plant material as larvae.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Mompha annulata: /ˈmɒmfə əˈnjuːleɪtə/

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Distribution

Panama

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Taxonomic History

Originally described by August Busck in 1914 under the Perimede, this was later transferred to the genus Mompha. The original combination Perimede annulata persists in some literature references.

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