Codatractus
Lindsey, 1921
long-tailed skippers
Codatractus is a of in the , Eudaminae. It comprises approximately 13 distributed across the Neotropical and Nearctic regions. The genus was established by Lindsey in 1921. Several species possess distinctive long tails characteristic of the Eudaminae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Codatractus: /koʊ.dəˈtræktəs/
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Identification
in this are distinguished by the presence of elongated tails, a defining trait of the Eudaminae. Codatractus arizonensis, the Arizona , is recognized by its dark coloration with pale markings and occurs in the southwestern United States. Codatractus alcaeus, the -crescent longtail, displays a prominent white crescent marking on the hindwing. Specific identification to species level requires examination of and pattern details.
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Distribution
The occurs from the southwestern United States (Arizona, New Mexico, west Texas) through Mexico and Central America to South America, including Colombia, Brazil (Amazonas), Paraguay, and Argentina. Individual show more restricted ranges: C. arizonensis is found in the southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico; C. bryaxis ranges from Mexico to Guatemala; C. imalena occurs from Rica to Colombia and Brazil; C. aminias is known from Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.