Keifer-1936
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Argyrolacia bifida
Argyrolacia bifida is a species of moth in the family Gelechiidae, and the sole member of its genus. It was described by Keifer in 1936 and is known from California, North America. As a gelechiid moth, it belongs to a large family of small moths commonly known as twirler moths. The genus name Argyrolacia derives from Greek roots suggesting silver (argyro-) and some form of covering or garment (lacia), though the specific meaning and relevance to the species' appearance is not documented in available sources.