Lithophane franclemonti
Metzler, 1998
Franclemont's Pinion
Lithophane franclemonti, commonly called Franclemont's Pinion, is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae. It was described by Metzler in 1998 and is found in North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9888.1. It belongs to the Lithophane, a group of known for their late-season periods and cryptic winter- .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lithophane franclemonti: /ˈlɪθoʊˌfeɪn fræŋkˈlɛmˌoʊnti/
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Identification
Can be distinguished from other Lithophane by genitalic examination; external alone is generally insufficient for reliable identification within this . The MONA/Hodges number 9888.1 distinguishes it from congeneric species. As a recently described species (1998), field identification characters for non- remain poorly documented.
Distribution
North America. Specific state or provincial records are sparse in available sources.
Seasonality
period has been observed in late autumn and winter months, consistent with the winter- characteristic of the Lithophane.
Behavior
are and are attracted to light. Like other Lithophane , adults are believed to overwinter and may be active during mild winter conditions.
Similar Taxa
- Lithophane antennataOverlapping distribution in North America and similar external appearance; genitalic dissection required for definitive separation.
- Lithophane innominataSympatric with comparable size and coloration; distinguished by subtle differences in male genitalia and female ovipositor structure.
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Etymology
The specific epithet franclemonti honors John G. Franclemont (1915–1997), an American entomologist who made significant contributions to the study of Noctuidae.