Falseuncaria aberdarensis

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Falseuncaria aberdarensis
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F. aberdarensis
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Falseuncaria aberdarensis
Aarvik, 2010 [1]

Falseuncaria aberdarensis is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Kenya.

The wingspan is 11–13 mm. The forewings are greyish white, suffused with fuscous. The hindwings are brownish grey. [2]

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References

  1. tortricidae.com
  2. Aarvik, L., 2010: Review of East African Cochylini (Lepidoptera, Tortricidae) with description of new species. Norwegian Journal of Entomology57 (2): 81-108. Abstract: .