''Crasimorpha infuscata'' is a
moth of the family
Gelechiidae. It was first described by
Ronald W. Hodges
Ronald William Hodges (August 7, 1934 – December 10, 2017), known as Ron, was an American entomologist and lepidopterist.
Hodges was born on August 7, 1934, and was raised in Michigan. He was educated at Michigan State University, obtainin ...
in 1964. It is native to
Brazil, but was purposely introduced to
Hawaii in 1960 and 1961 to control
Christmasberry. It seems the moth did not become established however.
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Moths described in 1964
Chelariini
Lepidoptera used as pest control agents
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