Haimbachia arizonensis
Capps, 1965
Haimbachia arizonensis is a small in the Crambidae, described by Hahn William Capps in 1965. The is known only from Arizona, where have been recorded in August. It is one of relatively few species in the Haimbachia, a group of grass moths whose larvae typically feed on grasses and sedges.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Haimbachia arizonensis: /haɪmˈbækiə ˈærɪzoʊˈnɛnsɪs/
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Identification
No distinguishing features have been documented to separate this from . Identification likely requires examination of genitalia or molecular analysis.
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Appearance
Forewing length 7–7.5 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Specific preferences are undocumented. Based on -level patterns in Haimbachia, likely associated with grassland or grassy riparian habitats.
Distribution
Recorded only from Arizona, United States. The epithet reflects this type locality.
Seasonality
recorded on wing in August. No information on period duration or voltinism.
Similar Taxa
- Other Haimbachia species share similar size and general ; reliable separation requires examination
- Other small CrambidaeNumerous small grass moths in Crambidae and Pyralidae overlap in size and superficial appearance
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Taxonomic history
Described by Hahn William Capps in 1965. The Haimbachia was established by Capps in the same publication series dealing with North American Crambinae.