Loxostege albiceralis explained

Loxostege albiceralis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1878.[1] It is found in North America where it has been recorded from southern California and Nevada to Texas.[2] The habitat consists of arid areas and deserts.

The length of the forewings is 13–18 mm.[3] Adults have been recorded on wing from March to October.

The larvae feed on Lycium carolinianum var. quadrifidum.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nuss . M. . etal . 2003–2014 . GlobIZ search . Global Information System on Pyraloidea . July 15, 2014.
  2. Web site: 801472.00 – 4993 – Loxostege albiceralis – (Grote, 1878) . North American Moth Photographers Group . Mississippi State University . August 8, 2018.
  3. Web site: Roberts . Jason D. . December 8, 2014 . Species Loxostege albiceralis - Hodges#4993 . BugGuide . August 8, 2018.

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