Evergestis aridalis

Barnes & McDunnough, 1914

Evergestis aridalis is a small crambid described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1914. It is restricted to arid regions of the southwestern United States, specifically California and Nevada. are active in spring and late summer, with a wingspan of approximately 27 mm.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Evergestis aridalis: /ˈɛvərˌɡɛstɪs ərɪˈdeɪlɪs/

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Identification

Wingspan approximately 27 mm. Distinguished from other Evergestis by its restricted distribution in the Mojave and Sonoran desert regions of California and Nevada. Specific wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.

Habitat

Arid regions of the southwestern United States, including desert and semi-desert environments in California and Nevada.

Distribution

to North America. Documented from California and Nevada.

Seasonality

active May to June and again in August. pattern with two distinct per year.

Similar Taxa

  • Evergestis rimosalisOverlaps in distribution and ; distinguished by and specific wing markings where documented
  • Other Evergestis species-level similarity requires examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis for reliable identification

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