Pediasia

Hübner, 1825

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Pediasia is a of small in the Crambidae, first described by Hübner in 1825. The genus was not widely recognized until the mid-20th century, and most were originally placed in the closely related genus Crambus. It is now accepted as a distinct genus within the Crambinae.

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

Pediasia dorsipunctellus (14683636281) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

- 5413 – Pediasia trisecta – Sod Webworm Moth (10127111593) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pediasia: /ˌpɛdɪˈeɪʒə/

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Identification

Distinguished from the closely related Crambus by genitalic characters and subtle differences in wing pattern and venation; accurate identification to level often requires examination of genitalia.

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Distribution

Widespread across temperate Eurasia and adjacent regions; recorded from northern Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden) and North America (Vermont, United States).

Similar Taxa

CrambusHistorically confused with Pediasia due to morphological similarity; many Pediasia were originally described as Crambus. Distinguished by genitalic and wing venation characters.

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Taxonomic history

Proposed in 1825 but remained unrecognized until the mid-20th century, leading to prolonged confusion with Crambus. The is now well-established in modern lepidopteran .