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Scavenger Moth

Blastobasidae sp

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Description:

The Blastobasidae are a family of moths in the superfamily Gelechioidea. Its species can be found almost anywhere in the world, though in some places they are not native but introduced by humans. In some arrangements, these moths are included in the case-bearer family (Coleophoridae) as subfamily Blastobasinae.
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Habitat:

Urban house backyard garden.

Reference Links:

scavenger moths-Encyclopedia of Life, Blastobasidae - Wikipedia, Genus Blastobasis - BugGuide.Net

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