Menestomorpha kimballi
(Duckworth, 1964)
Menestomorpha kimballi is a small in the Depressariidae, first described by W. Donald Duckworth in 1964. It is known only from Florida in North America. The has a distinctive wing pattern with contrasting white and fuscous markings. have a wingspan of 17–19 mm.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Menestomorpha kimballi: //ˌmɛnɛstoʊˈmɔrfə ˈkɪmbɔːli//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Menestomorpha by the specific pattern of fuscous markings on white forewings, particularly the three costal areas and the raised dark at the anal angle. The sinuated termen created by the darker marginal dot row is a notable feature. The very light fuscous hindwings contrast with the more patterned forewings.
Appearance
Small with wingspan 17–19 mm. Forewings white with three large fuscous areas along the . Marginal and submarginal transverse rows of fuscous dots at apex, with the marginal row darker and creating a sinuated termen. Dark fuscous raised present at the anal angle. Hindwings very light fuscous.
Distribution
Known only from Florida, United States. The full extent of its range within Florida or elsewhere in North America has not been established.
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Taxonomic note
Placed in Stenomatinae within Depressariidae. The Menestomorpha contains few described , and M. kimballi remains poorly known biologically.