Platytes vobisne
Dyar, 1920
Platytes Moth
Platytes vobisne is a small crambid described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1920. It is known from grassland across the north-central United States, with records extending into Alberta, Canada. are active in late spring and early summer.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Platytes vobisne: /ˈplætɪtiːz ˈvoʊbɪsneɪ/
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Identification
The small size (12–13 mm wingspan) and grassland association may aid in distinguishing this from larger crambid . Specific diagnostic characters are not documented.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan of 12–13 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Grasslands.
Distribution
Recorded from the US states of Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Also recorded from Alberta, Canada.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing from May to July.
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Observation data
iNaturalist records 124 observations of this , suggesting it is documented but not frequently encountered.