Schinia unimacula

Smith, 1891

Rabbitbush Flower Moth

A small flower moth in the Noctuidae with a wingspan of approximately 25 mm. are active from July to October across the western United States. The is closely associated with rabbitbrush (Ericameria) as its larval plant.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Schinia unimacula: /ˈskiː.ni.ə juː.nɪˈmæk.jʊ.lə/

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Identification

The name 'unimacula' refers to a single spot, though specific wing pattern details are not documented in available sources. The small size (wingspan ~25 mm) and period (July–October) may help distinguish it from similar Schinia species.

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Habitat

Associated with rabbitbrush (Ericameria) in arid and semi-arid regions of western North America.

Distribution

Western North America: central Arizona and New Mexico north to Colorado, southwestern Wyoming, and Utah; west to Nevada and California; north to Oregon, Idaho, and Washington.

Seasonality

are on wing from July to October.

Diet

Larvae feed on Ericameria , specifically Ericameria nauseosa and Ericameria paniculata.

Host Associations

  • Ericameria nauseosa - larval plant
  • Ericameria paniculata - larval plant

Ecological Role

A herbivore on Ericameria (rabbitbrush), contributing to the of arid western shrubland .

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