Mesolia oraculella
Kearfott, 1908
Mesolia oraculella is a of snout moth in the Crambidae. It was described by William D. Kearfott in 1908 and is known only from the U.S. state of Arizona. The species belongs to the Crambinae, a group of grass moths whose larvae often feed on grasses and sedges. Very few observations have been recorded, with only 20 documented sightings on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mesolia oraculella: /mɛˈsoʊliə oʊˌrækjuˈlɛlə/
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Distribution
Known only from Arizona, United States. The has a restricted documented range with no confirmed records from other states or countries.
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Taxonomic history
Described by William D. Kearfott in 1908. The has remained in the Mesolia without subsequent taxonomic revision or synonymization.