Pyrausta roseivestalis
Pyrausta roseivestalis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1976.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from California[2] and southern Arizona.
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| Species: | P. roseivestalis |
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The wingspan is about 17 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing in May, July and from September to October.[3]
Etymology
The species name is derived from Latin rosei (meaning rose) and vestalis (meaning coat).[4]
References
- Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2017). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
- Savela, Markku. "Pyrausta roseivestalis Munroe, 1976". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
- "801500.00 – 5021 – Pyrausta roseivestalis – Munroe, 1976". North American Moth Photographers Group. Mississippi State University. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
- "Species Pyrausta roseivestalis - Hodges#5021". BugGuide. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
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