Scybalistodes periculosalis

Dyar, 1908

Crescent-spotted Scybalistodes

Scybalistodes periculosalis is a crambid first described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1908. It is known from California and belongs to the Glaphyriinae. The has been recorded over 400 times on iNaturalist, suggesting it is not uncommon within its range.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Scybalistodes periculosalis: //sˌʌɪbəlɪsˈtoʊdiːz pˌɛrɪkʊˌloʊˈsæˌlɪs//

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Identification

The "Crescent-spotted Scybalistodes" suggests the presence of crescent-shaped markings, though specific diagnostic features for distinguishing this from are not documented in available sources.

Distribution

Recorded from California, United States. The GBIF and iNaturalist records indicate presence within this state, though precise locality details are not specified in available sources.

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Taxonomic history

Described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr., a prolific American entomologist known for describing thousands of Lepidoptera in the early 20th century.

Observation frequency

With 431 iNaturalist observations, this appears to be regularly encountered by observers in California, though this may reflect observer effort rather than true abundance.

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