Aristaea pennsylvaniella

Aristaea pennsylvaniella is a of in the Gracillariidae, a group known for leaf-mining larvae. The species is named for Pennsylvania, suggesting a historical type locality or early collection origin. Like other members of its family, it likely has larvae that feed internally in leaf tissue, creating characteristic mines. are small moths with narrow wings typical of the Gracillariidae.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Aristaea pennsylvaniella: /ˌærɪˈstiːə ˌpɛnˌsɪlveɪniˈɛlə/

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Distribution

The specific epithet 'pennsylvaniella' indicates association with Pennsylvania, USA. The has been recorded in North America based on iNaturalist observations.

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