Microcrambus copelandi

Microcrambus copelandi
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Crambidae
Genus: Microcrambus
Species: M. copelandi
Binomial name
Microcrambus copelandi
Klots, 1968

Microcrambus copelandi is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Klots in 1968.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Arizona, California, Florida, Ohio, South Carolina and Texas.[2] It is also present in Mexico.

The length of the forewings is 6-8.5 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing from April to September and in November.

The larvae feed on Gramineae species.[3]

References

  1. "global Pyraloidea database". Globiz.pyraloidea.org. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
  2. mothphotographersgroup
  3. Bug Guide
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