Apodemia mormo autumnalis

Autumn Metalmark

Autumn Metalmark is a of in the Riodinidae. It is part of the Apodemia mormo , commonly known as the Mormon Metalmark. The subspecies is distinguished by its fall period compared to other . Limited observational data exists for this .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Apodemia mormo autumnalis: //ˌæ.poʊˈdiː.mi.ə ˌmɔːr.moʊ ˌɔː.təmˈnæ.lɪs//

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Identification

Distinguished from other Apodemia mormo primarily by seasonality; are active in autumn rather than summer. Specific wing pattern differences from nominate A. mormo mormo and other subspecies are not documented in available sources.

Distribution

Known from limited observations; precise geographic range not clearly delineated in available literature. Likely occurs within the broader range of Apodemia mormo in western North America.

Seasonality

active in autumn, distinguishing this from other A. mormo with earlier periods.

Similar Taxa

  • Apodemia mormo mormoNominate with summer period, overlapping or adjacent distribution
  • Apodemia mormo virgultiAnother in the A. mormo complex with different timing and distribution

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