Leptosteges flavicostella
(Fernald, 1887)
Yellow-Banded Leptosteges
A small crambid described by Charles H. Fernald in 1887. It is restricted to the southeastern United States, with confirmed records from Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. are active year-round in Florida, with records spanning April through November. The has a wingspan of 11–13 mm.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leptosteges flavicostella: //lɛpˈtɒstɪdʒiːz flævɪkɒsˈtɛlə//
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Identification
The specific epithet 'flavicostella' (yellow-ribbed) and 'Yellow-Banded Leptosteges' suggest yellow costal markings may be diagnostic, though detailed identification features are not documented in available sources. Small size (11–13 mm wingspan) and southeastern coastal distribution may help distinguish from .
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Distribution
Southeastern United States: Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. No records from other regions.
Seasonality
active April through November in Florida; multi-brooded or continuous suggested by extended period.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Scirpophaga flavicostella by Fernald in 1887; later transferred to Leptosteges.