Parapediasia

Bleszynski, 1963

Parapediasia is a of crambid established by Bleszynski in 1963. The genus comprises approximately twelve described distributed primarily in the Americas. At least one species, Parapediasia teterrella, has been documented as in East Asia. patterns have been studied in P. teterrella, showing seasonal progression in timing and consistent sex ratios.

Parapediasia decorellus by (c) Nick Block, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Nick Block. Used under a CC-BY license.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Parapediasia: //ˌpærəpɛdiˈeɪziə//

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Distribution

North America (United States including Vermont and New Mexico); at least one (P. teterrella) and established in East Asia.

Seasonality

of P. teterrella active June through August in New Mexico; occurs within a 40-minute nightly window that advances earlier in the scotophase as the season progresses, particularly during July.

Behavior

undergo a brief sedentary period following to allow drying before dispersing from the site.

Human Relevance

P. teterrella is recognized as an in East Asia, prompting modeling studies to assess its potential spread.