Gonioterma crambitella
(Walsingham, 1889)
Gonioterma crambitella is a small in the Depressariidae, first described by Lord Walsingham in 1889. It occurs in the south-central United States, with records from Arizona, Texas, and Arkansas. are active from spring through mid-summer. The is characterized by its shining white forewings with subtle ochreous scaling along the and distinctive greyish-fuscous markings.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gonioterma crambitella: /ˌɡoʊ.niˈoʊ.tɜːr.mə ˌkræm.bɪˈtɛl.ə/
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Identification
The combination of small size (~22 mm wingspan), shining white forewings with faint ochreous scaling along , and the diagnostic greyish-fuscous dot at the end of the distinguishes this from other Gonioterma. The few greyish-fuscous at the base of the costal margin provide additional confirmation.
Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, Texas, and Arkansas in the United States.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing from April to August.