Schinia velaris
Grote, 1878
A small noctuid in the *Schinia*, known from the southwestern United States. The has a wingspan of approximately 25 mm. Larvae are documented to feed on *Lepidospartum squamatum*, a shrubby composite. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with the flowers of its plant during its stage.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Schinia velaris: //ˈskɪniə vɛˈlɑːrɪs//
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Distribution
Arizona and California, United States.
Diet
Larvae feed on *Lepidospartum squamatum* (scalebroom), a shrub in the Asteraceae .
Host Associations
- Lepidospartum squamatum - larval plant
Similar Taxa
- Other *Schinia* speciesThe *Schinia* contains over 120 in North America, many with similar size and flower-associated habits; precise identification requires examination of genitalia and wing pattern details.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
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