Oxycnemis fusimacula

Smith, 1902

Oxycnemis fusimacula is a small noctuid described by Smith in 1902. It occurs in arid regions of California, Nevada, and Baja California. fly during summer months, and larvae have been documented feeding on Krameria parvifolia.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Oxycnemis fusimacula: //ˌɒksɪkˈniːmɪs ˌfjuːsɪˈmækjʊlə//

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Identification

The small size (wingspan ~24 mm) and summer period in arid western North America may help distinguish this from related noctuids. Specific diagnostic features are not documented in available sources.

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Habitat

Arid regions of southwestern North America. Larval plant Krameria parvifolia suggests association with dry scrub or desert where this plant occurs.

Distribution

California, Nevada, and Baja California.

Seasonality

active July to August.

Diet

Larvae feed on Krameria parvifolia (Rhatany). feeding habits unknown.

Host Associations

  • Krameria parvifolia - larval plantDocumented from rearing records

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Taxonomic placement

Placed in Amphipyrinae, tribe Psaphidini based on Catalogue of Life classification.

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