Scybalistodes vermiculalis
Munroe, 1964
Scybalistodes vermiculalis is a small crambid described by Munroe in 1964. It is known from Arizona in the southwestern United States. The exhibits bimodal activity in spring and late summer. Its small size and specific epithet suggest fine, worm-like markings on the wings.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scybalistodes vermiculalis: /ˈskɪbəlɪstoʊˌdiːz vɜːrmɪˈkjuːləlɪs/
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Identification
The combination of small size (17 mm wingspan), vermiculate wing patterning implied by the name, and occurrence in Arizona may help distinguish this species from related crambids. Definitive identification likely requires examination of genitalia or reference to original description.
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Appearance
Small with a wingspan of approximately 17 mm. The specific epithet 'vermiculalis' (worm-like) likely refers to fine, vermiculate (wavy, worm-like) patterning on the wings, though detailed descriptions of coloration and markings are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, United States. The precise preferences within this region are not documented.
Seasonality
active in two periods: April to May and August to September, indicating or partially bivoltine .
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Nomenclature
Authored by Munroe in 1964; placed in Glaphyriinae within Crambidae.
Data availability
Limited published information exists beyond original description and basic collection records; iNaturalist documents 69 observations suggesting ongoing documentation by citizen scientists.