Leptosteges vestaliella
Zeller, 1872
Leptosteges vestaliella is a small crambid described by Zeller in 1872. It occurs in the southeastern and south-central United States. are active from late spring through early autumn. The is among the smaller members of its .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leptosteges vestaliella: /ˌlɛptoʊˈstɛdʒiːz vɛˌstɑːliˈɛlə/
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Identification
Wingspan approximately 12–13 mm. Small size distinguishes it from many larger crambid . Specific diagnostic features for separating it from are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Florida, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas.
Seasonality
have been recorded on from May to October.
Similar Taxa
- Leptosteges parthenialis with overlapping southeastern United States distribution; separation requires examination of or detailed pattern analysis
- Leptosteges flavicostalis with similar size range and geographic overlap; specific distinguishing characters not readily available in general sources