Pyrausta plagalis
Pyrausta plagalis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Frank Haimbach in 1908.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from California, Montana and Oklahoma.
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The wingspan is 25 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing in April and from July to September.[2]
Taxonomy
The species was formerly treated as a subspecies of Pyrausta subsequalis.
References
- Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2017). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. as Pyrausta subsequalis plagalis. Retrieved November 30, 2017.
- Moth Photographers Group. Mississippi State University.
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