Sufetula carbonalis explained

Sufetula carbonalis is a moth species in the family Crambidae. It was described by James E. Hayden in 2013.^{[1] [2]} It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Florida.^[3]

The length of the forewings is 3.5–5 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing in April, May, July, November and December.

The larvae probably feed on the roots of palm species, possibly including Phoenix roebelenii and Dypsis lutescens.

Etymology

The species name refers to the dark grey maculation and is derived from Latin carbo (meaning charcoal).^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Nuss . M. . etal . 2003–2014 . GlobIZ search . Global Information System on Pyraloidea . July 15, 2014.
2. Two new species of palm-leaf skeletonizers (Lepidoptera: Pterolonchidae: Homaledra Busck). Insecta Mundi . 26 March 2021 . Hayden . James .
3. Web site: 800771.00 – 5120.1 – Sufetula carbonalis – Hayden, 2013 . North American Moth Photographers Group . Mississippi State University . November 29, 2018.
4. http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1800&context=insectamundi Sufetula Walker in Florida (Lepidoptera: Crambidae)