Fissicrambus quadrinotellus
Zeller, 1877
A small crambid with a wingspan of approximately 20 mm. First described by Zeller in 1877, it occurs in Panama and the southern United States. are active during multiple periods throughout the year in Florida and Texas.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Fissicrambus quadrinotellus: /ˌfɪsɪˈkræmbəs ˌkwɒdrɪnoʊˈtɛləs/
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Identification
The small size (20 mm wingspan) and geographic occurrence in Florida, Texas, and Panama may aid in narrowing identification. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing it from are not documented.
Appearance
Wingspan approximately 20 mm. Specific wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Panama; North America: Florida and Texas, United States.
Seasonality
recorded on wing April–May, August–September, and December in the southern United States. No data available for Panama.
Similar Taxa
- Other Fissicrambus speciesCongeneric share general ; specific distinguishing characters for F. quadrinotellus are not documented in available sources.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by Philipp Christoph Zeller in 1877. The specific epithet 'quadrinotellus' suggests four small spots (Latin quadr- 'four' + nota 'mark' + diminutive suffix -ellus), though this proposed etymology is not confirmed by original description.