Bleptina flaviguttalis
Barnes & McDunnough, 1912
Bleptina flaviguttalis is a litter in the Herminiinae, described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1912. It belongs to a whose members are commonly known as litter moths due to their association with decaying material. The is recorded from North America and has been assigned Hodges number 8373. Observations suggest it is a relatively infrequently encountered species within its genus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bleptina flaviguttalis: //ˈblɛptɪnə ˌflævɪˌɡʌˈteɪlɪs//
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Identification
The specific epithet flaviguttalis refers to yellowish spotting, suggesting diagnostic pale or yellowish markings on the . As with other Bleptina , likely have relatively broad, rounded with muted or gray ground coloration. Definitive identification requires comparison with , particularly Bleptina caradrinalis and Bleptina inferior, which share similar size and wing shape. dissection may be necessary for reliable separation from closely related species.
Distribution
Recorded from North America. Specific state or provincial records are not well documented in available sources, though the occurs broadly across eastern and central North America.
Human Relevance
Assigned MONA/Hodges number 8373, used in North systems. Not known to be of economic importance.
Similar Taxa
- Bleptina caradrinalisOverlapping distribution and similar shape; distinguished by differences in pattern and
- Bleptina inferiorSimilar size and general appearance; requires examination of markings or for separation
- Bleptina hydrillalisCongeneric litter with comparable preferences; pattern elements differ
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Etymology
The specific epithet flaviguttalis derives from Latin flavus () and guttalis (spotted or drop-marked), referring to the yellowish spotting pattern on the .
Taxonomic History
Originally described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1912. The has remained in Bleptina without subspecific .