Carmenta mimuli
(Edwards, 1881)
coronopus borer
Carmenta mimuli, commonly known as the coronopus borer, is a clearwing moth in the Sesiidae. The exhibits two color morphs: a dark typical form found in Arizona, and a lighter whitish non-typical form distributed across the southwestern United States from Kansas to Arizona. are active from late spring through late autumn. The larvae are known to feed on Solanaceae plants.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Carmenta mimuli: /kɑrˈmɛn.tə ˈmɪ.mu.li/
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Identification
Two distinct color forms exist: a dark typical form and a whitish non-typical form. As a clearwing moth, likely display reduced wing scaling characteristic of Sesiidae, though specific diagnostic features separating C. mimuli from are not documented in available sources.
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Distribution
Southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and Kansas through Arizona. The dark form is restricted to Arizona, while the whitish form occurs more broadly across the southwestern U.S.
Seasonality
Late April to November in south-eastern Arizona.
Diet
Larvae feed on Solanaceae plants.
Host Associations
- Solanaceae - larval food plant
Similar Taxa
- Carmenta speciesClearwing moths in the Carmenta share reduced wing scaling and similar overall ; specific separation requires examination of color form and geographic origin.