Caradrina atrostriga
Barnes & McDunnough, 1912
Caradrina atrostriga is a of or dart in the . It was described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1912. The species is known from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 9659. It is one of approximately 13 species in the Caradrina recorded in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Caradrina atrostriga: //kæˈrædɹɪnə ætrəˈstrɪɡə//
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Identification
The specific epithet 'atrostriga' (Latin: 'dark streak') may refer to a dark longitudinal streak on the , a common diagnostic feature in Caradrina . Positive identification requires examination of or comparison with closely related species such as Caradrina morpheus and Caradrina multifera. The species can be distinguished from C. morpheus by subtle differences in pattern and male genitalia structure.
Distribution
Recorded from North America. Specific state or provincial records are sparse; iNaturalist observations suggest occurrence in the western United States.
Life Cycle
As with other , development presumably includes , (), , and stages. Larvae likely feed on .
Similar Taxa
- Caradrina morpheusSimilar pattern and size; distinguished by and subtle markings
- Caradrina multiferaOverlapping range and ; requires dissection or detailed pattern analysis for separation
More Details
Nomenclature
The MONA ( of North America) or Hodges number 9659 provides a standardized reference for this in North lepidopteran databases.
Taxonomic history
Described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough, prominent early 20th-century who described numerous North American .