Glaphyria sesquistrialis
Hübner, 1823
White-roped Glaphyria Moth
Glaphyria sesquistrialis, commonly known as the white-roped glaphyria , is a crambid moth first described by Jacob Hübner in 1823. The is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, with additional records from Honduras. Its are documented to feed specifically on live oak (Quercus virginiana), indicating a specialized relationship.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Glaphyria sesquistrialis: /ɡlæˈfɪriə ˌsɛskwɪˈstraɪəlɪs/
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Distribution
Eastern and central North America, from Ontario south to Florida and west to Texas and Illinois. Also recorded from Honduras.
Diet
feed on Quercus virginiana (live oak). diet not documented.
Host Associations
- Quercus virginiana - larval food plantLive oak
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Taxonomic history
Described by Jacob Hübner in 1823, placing it among the early-named North American crambid .
Observation frequency
Well-documented with over 5,000 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is readily encountered within its range.