Chrysendeton nigrescens

Heppner, 1991

Chrysendeton nigrescens is a small in the Crambidae, first described by Heppner in 1991. It is known exclusively from pitcher bogs in the southeastern United States. The species has a narrow geographic range, recorded only from Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. are active during two distinct periods: spring (May–June) and late summer (August–September).

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysendeton nigrescens: /krɪˈsɛndɪtən nɪˈɡrɛsɛnz/

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Habitat

Pitcher bogs. These are specialized wetland characterized by saturated, acidic soils and dominated by pitcher plants (Sarracenia ).

Distribution

Southeastern United States: Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

Seasonality

active May–June and August–September. pattern with two distinct adult periods.

Host Associations

  • Sarracenia - occurs in pitcher bogs dominated by Sarracenia species; specific larval plant relationships are not documented.

More Details

Taxonomic note

described relatively recently (1991); limited biological data available.

Conservation context

Pitcher bogs are rare and declining due to destruction and fire suppression; this specialized habitat association suggests potential vulnerability.

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