Nemapogon defectella (Zeller, 1873)

Family: Tineidae

Subfamily: Nemapogoninae

Identification: White forewing with black markings

Wing Span: 1.0-1.7 cm

Life History:

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Habitat: semiarid regions ot the southwestern states especieally in riparian situationsin association with fungi on willow and poplar.

Range: Southwestern states.

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Taxonomy Notes: None.

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