Copablepharon absidum
Harvey, 1875
Columbia dune moth
Copablepharon absidum is a noctuid commonly known as the Columbia dune moth. It is part of the Copablepharon, a group associated with sandy . The has a documented distribution across western North America, from British Columbia southward through the Rocky Mountain region to California. Limited observational records suggest it may be uncommon or locally restricted.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Copablepharon absidum: /koʊˌpæblɪˈfɛrɒn ˈæbsɪdəm/
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Habitat
Associated with dune systems and sandy environments, as indicated by the and -level preferences. Specific microhabitat requirements for this have not been documented.
Distribution
Western North America: British Columbia, south through Colorado to California.
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Taxonomic note
The iNaturalist entry lists this at 'section' rank with the 'Columbia Dune and Allies', but authoritative sources (GBIF, Catalogue of Life, NCBI) consistently recognize Copablepharon absidum as a . The iNaturalist entry appears to conflate the species with a broader informal grouping.