Frechinia lutosalis
Barnes & McDunnough, 1914
Frechinia lutosalis is a small crambid described in 1914. It is known from the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico. The is active during summer months and has distinctive olive-green forewings with white markings.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Frechinia lutosalis: /frɛˈkɪniə luˈtoʊsəlɪs/
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Identification
Distinguished from similar crambid by the combination of olive-green forewings with white suffusion and a prominent white basal dash. The pale terminal area contrasting with the darker area of the forewing is a key feature. Dark smoky hindwings with a darker terminal line separate it from with paler or patterned hindwings.
Distribution
Southwestern United States: recorded from Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico
Seasonality
active June to August
Similar Taxa
- Other Frechinia speciesSimilar size and general crambid ; distinguished by specific forewing pattern of olive green with white basal dash and contrasting pale terminal area
- Other Odontiinae in southwestern North AmericaOverlap in distribution and seasonality; F. lutosalis identified by its distinctive color pattern and small size
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1914, two prominent North American lepidopterists of the early 20th century.
Observation frequency
Relatively few observations recorded (9 on iNaturalist as of source date), suggesting it may be uncommon, undercollected, or restricted to specific .