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Choreutis lutescens
A tiny metalmark moth so named from the metallic scales which leave a distinct "mark" on the wings (as clearly seen in the above specimen). This group of moths occurs worldwide.
This spotting in a large semi-urban yard & garden adjacent to a disturbed patch of remnant forest.
This is a very tiny moth. See 5th photo for a sense of scale. The first time I spotted this species is recorded here: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/726... This moth is similar to, or may be C. metallica http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_...
Spotted on Oct 2, 2011
Submitted on Nov 6, 2011
12 Comments
Thanks Kynd Photography & DanielHernández!
OMGOSH!!! I'm in love! Great moth! :D
EXELENT!!!!
Thanks Nuwan!
Family Choreutidae
http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_...
Love it! Moths are nocturnal, but I am not. Good nite!
Yes, that's what I thought when I first spotted it!
Beautiful moth, it's shape resembles Ricaniidae bug.
Very Ornate! Lovely pattern
Thank You both! 5th photo up this time!
It's always nice to see the tiny orgs up close....thanks
Scott: this is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing :-)