Anaplectoides brunneomedia
McDunnough, 1946
Brown-lined Dart
Anaplectoides brunneomedia, commonly known as the -lined dart, is a restricted to a few localities in the Appalachian Mountains. The was described by McDunnough in 1946 and remains poorly known due to its limited distribution and rarity. are active during summer months. The specific epithet 'brunneomedia' refers to the brown on the .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anaplectoides brunneomedia: /ˌænəplɛkˈtɔɪdiːz ˌbrʌnniːoʊˈmiːdiə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Anaplectoides by the presence of a on the , referenced in the species name. Geographic restriction to the central and southern Appalachians provides additional context for identification. Similar species in the may lack this median line or show different pattern elements.
Appearance
Wingspan approximately 40 mm. with a distinct , reflected in the name. Overall coloration typical of , with cryptic patterning. Specific details of patterning and body coloration beyond the median line are not well documented in available sources.
Habitat
Montane forests of the Appalachian Mountains. Specific microhabitat preferences are not documented.
Distribution
to the Appalachian Mountains in the eastern United States. Known from scattered localities in West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
Seasonality
active from June to August.
Similar Taxa
- Other Anaplectoides speciesLack the distinctive ; may occur in different geographic regions
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1946 based on specimens from the Appalachian region.
Conservation status
Known from only a few localities with limited observation records (18 observations on iNaturalist as of source date), suggesting it may be naturally rare or undercollected.