Bryolymnia biformata
Lafontaine & Walsh, 2010
Bryolymnia biformata is a small noctuid described in 2010 from the sky island mountain ranges of southeastern Arizona. The is distinguished by two distinct color forms of , which inspired its Latin name. It has been documented only from the Huachuca, Patagonia, and Santa Rita Mountains.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bryolymnia biformata: /braɪoʊˈlɪmniə bɪˈfɔrmətə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Bryolymnia by the presence of two color forms and by its restricted distribution in southeastern Arizona sky islands. Forewing length of 11–12 mm provides a size reference. Detailed diagnostic characters require examination of the original species description.
Habitat
Sky island mountain ranges in the Madrean woodland region, specifically pine-oak and mixed conifer forests of isolated mountain systems in southeastern Arizona.
Distribution
to southeastern Arizona, United States. Known only from three mountain ranges: Huachuca Mountains, Patagonia Mountains, and Santa Rita Mountains.
Seasonality
have been collected from mid-June through late July. The larval period and timing are unknown.
Life Cycle
Complete with , larva, pupa, and stages. Specific details of stages and are undocumented.
Similar Taxa
- Bryolymnia semifasciaOccurs in similar in the southwestern United States; distinguished by wing pattern and lack of the two color forms characteristic of B. biformata.
- Bryolymnia virgataAnother member of the in western North America; differs in distribution and .
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Etymology
The biformata derives from Latin, referring to the two color forms of in this .
Conservation Status
The restricted range to three mountain ranges in a single state suggests potential vulnerability to changes, though no formal assessment has been published.