Sinoe kwakae
Lee, 2012
Sinoe kwakae is a small gelechiid described by Lee in 2012, named in honor of No-bong Kwak. It occurs in the southeastern United States from Louisiana to Florida. are active in winter and spring, with timing varying by latitude.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sinoe kwakae: /ˈsinoʊ ɛ ˈkwɑːkeɪ/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Sinoe by geographic range (Louisiana to Florida) and collection records. Specific diagnostic morphological features are not documented in available sources. Identification to species level likely requires examination of genitalia or reference to original species description.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan 9.2–12.4 mm. As a member of Gelechiidae, it likely has narrow, pointed forewings and relatively broad hindwings, though specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Southeastern United States, recorded from Louisiana to Florida.
Seasonality
active January–March in southern part of range, March–June in northern part of range.
Human Relevance
Named for No-bong Kwak, mother of the senior author (Lee) of the description.
Similar Taxa
- Other Sinoe speciesCongeneric may overlap in range; differentiation requires detailed morphological examination.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'kwakae' honors No-bong Kwak, mother of the senior author of the description.