Spinitibia
Lee & Brown, 2010
Species Guides
1- Spinitibia hodgesi(Streaked Spinitibia Moth)
Spinitibia is a of in the Autostichidae, established by Lee & Brown in 2010. The genus contains a single , Spinitibia hodgesi, which is distributed across the southeastern and central United States. The genus name refers to the distinctive spiniform setae on the hind tibia, a diagnostic morphological feature.
Pronunciation
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Identification
The is distinguished by spiniform setae on the hind tibia, from which its name is derived. The single included has forewings 5–8 mm in length.
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Distribution
Southeastern and central United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing from April to October.
Similar Taxa
- Other Autostichidae generaSpinitibia is distinguished by the presence of spiniform setae on the hind tibia, a feature not shared with all related in the .