On the Distribution and Host-Plant of Aristotelia subericinella (Duponchel, 1843) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)
Aristotelia subericinella, previously known from Ankara, Kahramanmaraş, Siirt, Van, Amasya and Bursa, is recorded for the first time in Bitlis province. Astragalus sp. (Leguminosae) is suggested as new larval host-plant of the species. Pupa, adult, female genitalia and habitat pictures are illustrated. Information on the distribution of the species is mentioned.
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