Anatralata

The genus is recognized by its small size (forewings 5–7 mm) and restricted western North American distribution. Definitive identification to species level requires reference to genitalia morphology as described in original taxonomic literature.

Small moths with forewings measuring 5–7 mm in length. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.

Mountainous areas and low-elevation grasslands along the coast of central California. The species extends into interior regions (Idaho) and northward (British Columbia), suggesting broader habitat tolerance within western North America.

Western North America: recorded from California (coastal and mountainous regions), Idaho, and British Columbia.

Adults are active from March to July.

Larvae feed on Wyethia angustifolia (narrowleaf mule's ears), a perennial sunflower native to California and Oregon.

• Wyethia angustifolia - larval food plantConfirmed host; no other host plants documented.

Larval stage feeds on Wyethia angustifolia. Adult flight period spans March through July, suggesting either univoltine or partially bivoltine phenology. Pupation site and overwintering stage are not documented.

Larval herbivore on Wyethia angustifolia; specific ecological impacts or interactions are not documented.

• Other Odontiinae generaSmall crambid moths in the same subfamily share general morphology and size range; genitalia examination required for definitive separation.

• monotypic
• western North America
• specialist herbivore
• grassland
• mountain

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