Neodactylota liguritrix
Hodges, 1966
Neodactylota liguritrix is a small in the Gelechiidae, described by Ronald W. Hodges in 1966. It is known from a restricted range in the southern United States, specifically Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The has been documented through 270 observations on iNaturalist, suggesting it is not uncommon within its limited geographic range. Like other gelechiid moths, it likely has a concealed larval lifestyle, though specific details remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neodactylota liguritrix: /ni.o.dækˈtɪ.loʊ.tə laɪˈɡʊr.ɪ.trɪks/
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Distribution
Recorded from Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas in the southern United States. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in the US only.
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Taxonomic history
Described by Ronald W. Hodges in 1966. The specific epithet 'liguritrix' does not follow a clear etymological pattern in published literature.
Observation frequency
As of the source data, iNaturalist records 270 observations, indicating moderate detectability within its known range despite limited geographic distribution.