Elachista maculoscella
(Clemens, 1860)
Elachista maculoscella is a small in the Elachistidae. It has been documented in the northeastern United States and central Canada. The is among the smallest North American microlepidoptera, with active in mid-summer.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Elachista maculoscella: /ɛ.laˈkiːs.ta ˌma.kju.loʊˈsɛl.la/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Elachista by geographic range and wing pattern elements implied by the species name (maculoscella = spotted , referring to a marking in the of the forewing). Positive identification requires examination of genitalia or reference to original description.
Appearance
Wingspan 6.5–7 mm. Small with narrow, pointed forewings characteristic of the Elachista. Specific pattern details beyond the epithet are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Manitoba and Ontario in Canada, and Massachusetts, Ohio, and Pennsylvania in the United States.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing in July.
Similar Taxa
- Elachista speciesNumerous occur in North America; many require dissection for reliable identification. E. maculoscella may be distinguished by the spotted and specific geographic distribution.