Eublemma recta

Guenée, 1852

Straight-lined Seed Moth

Eublemma is a small in the Erebidae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. It occurs across the southeastern United States, the Caribbean, and extends south to Argentina. The has a wingspan of 16–19 mm. Larvae are specialized feeders on plants in the family Convolvulaceae.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eublemma recta: /juːˈblɛmə ˈrɛktə/

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Identification

The specific epithet "" (Latin for "straight") and "straight-lined seed " suggest linear wing markings may be diagnostic, though detailed identification features are not documented in available sources. Small size and association with Convolvulaceae plants may aid recognition.

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Appearance

Small with wingspan of 16–19 mm. Wing pattern and coloration details are not specified in available sources.

Habitat

Occurs in regions supporting its larval plants in the Convolvulaceae, which includes morning glories and related vines. Specific preferences are not documented.

Distribution

Southeastern United States from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas; Caribbean islands including Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico; southward through the Neotropics to Argentina.

Diet

Larvae feed on various plants in the Convolvulaceae, including Ipomoea and Convolvulus . feeding habits are not documented.

Host Associations

Ipomoea - larval food plant of morning glories in Convolvulaceae
Convolvulus - larval food plant of bindweeds in Convolvulaceae

Ecological Role

Larval herbivore on Convolvulaceae; specific ecological impacts are not documented.

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Taxonomic History

Described by French entomologist Achille Guenée in 1852. The has been classified in Erebidae, though some sources (e.g., GBIF) historically placed it in Noctuidae, reflecting ongoing taxonomic revisions in the Noctuoidea.

Observation Data

The has been documented in 1,304 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is moderately well-recorded by citizen scientists within its range.