Greya subalba
Braun, 1921
Greya subalba is a small in the Prodoxidae, first described by Braun in 1921. It is found in dry steppe of the Pacific Northwest and adjacent regions of western North America. The is associated with Lomatium species, on which its larvae develop within developing seeds. have a wingspan of 11–16 mm.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Greya subalba: /ˈɡreɪə səˈbælbə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Greya by geographic range and association with dry, forb-rich steppe . Accurate identification to species level likely requires examination of genitalia or molecular analysis; consult literature for diagnostic characters.
Appearance
Small with wingspan of 11–16 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Dry, forb-rich steppe. Associated with supporting Lomatium .
Distribution
Western North America: southern British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Oregon, northern Idaho, western Montana, and south-western Oregon.
Diet
Larvae feed on developing seeds of Lomatium . diet is not documented.
Host Associations
- Lomatium - larval Larvae develop within developing seeds
Life Cycle
Young larvae feed on developing seeds of plant. Further details of and are not documented.
Ecological Role
Seed on Lomatium ; may influence seed set and plant in steppe .
Similar Taxa
- Other Greya speciesSimilar and shared ; require detailed examination for differentiation
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Taxonomic note
Described by Annette Frances Braun in 1921, a prolific lepidopterist who specialized in microlepidoptera.