Argyractis drumalis explained

Argyractis drumalis is a moth in the family Crambidae.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Florida.[2]

The length of the forewings is about 5 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing from February to November.[3]

The larvae feed on the roots of Pistia stratiotes and Nymphaea species. They are aquatic.

Etymology

The species is named for Fort Drum, the type location.[4]

Notes and References

  1. http://www.nhm.ac.uk/jdsml/research-curation/projects/butmoth/GenusList3.dsml Natural History Museum Lepidoptera generic names catalog
  2. Web site: global Pyraloidea database . Globiz.pyraloidea.org . 2014-07-15.
  3. http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=4770 mothphotographersgroup
  4. http://bugguide.net/node/view/173265 Bug Guide

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