Eremanthe

Munroe, 1972

Chemsak's desert moth

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Eremanthe is a of crambid containing a single , Eremanthe chemsaki. The genus was described by Munroe in 1972. are active during daylight hours and occur in spring. The genus is restricted to desert regions of California and Mexico.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eremanthe: //ˌɛrɛˈmænθi//

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Identification

The Eremanthe can be recognized by its status within Odontiinae and its restricted distribution to North American desert regions. As the genus contains only one , identification to genus level effectively identifies the species. are , a trait uncommon among crambid , which may aid field recognition.

Habitat

Desert environments in California and adjacent regions of Mexico.

Distribution

Recorded from California, United States, and Mexico. The precise Mexican distribution has not been detailed in available sources.

Seasonality

are active from March to May.

Behavior

are , flying during daylight hours rather than at night.

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Taxonomic notes

Eremanthe is classified in Odontiinae of Crambidae. The was erected by Munroe in 1972 and remains .

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