Stegea simplicialis

Kearfott, 1907

Stegea simplicialis is a small crambid described by Kearfott in 1907. It is known from the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and Texas. are active during summer months.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Stegea simplicialis: /ˈstɛ.dʒiː.ə sɪmˌplɪ.siˈɑː.lɪs/

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Identification

Distinguished from other Stegea by male genitalia and geographic range. Specific diagnostic characters for field identification are not documented.

Appearance

Forewing length 6–9 mm. The specific wing pattern and coloration are not described in available sources.

Distribution

Recorded from Arizona and Texas in the southwestern United States.

Seasonality

on wing from July to August.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Stegea speciesCongeneric share general and require dissection or genitalia examination for reliable identification.

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Taxonomic note

Placed in Glaphyriinae based on Catalogue of Life classification.

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