Cisthene picta
(Barnes & McDunnough, 1918)
Pictured Lichen Moth
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cisthene picta: /ˈsɪs.θə.ni ˈpɪk.tə/
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Identification
The can be distinguished from related Cisthene species by geographic range and association. Detailed diagnostic characters for field identification are not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan of approximately 18 mm. Wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Desert environments in the southwestern United States.
Distribution
United States, from Texas to Arizona.
Seasonality
are active from August to October.
Similar Taxa
- Cisthene plumbeaSimilar geographic range in southwestern United States; distinguished by wing pattern and coloration details not specified in sources.
- Cisthene tenuifasciaOccurs in overlapping desert ; separation requires examination of wing markings.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Illice picta by Barnes & McDunnough in 1918, later transferred to Cisthene.