Diastictis robustior
Munroe, 1956
Diastictis robustior is a of in the Crambidae, described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1956. It is a small moth with a wingspan of approximately 30 mm. are active during summer months, with records from June through September. The species has a limited distribution in the central United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diastictis robustior: //daɪˈæstɪktɪs roʊˈbʌstiɔr//
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Identification
Distinguished from congeneric by subtle morphological features described in the original description by Munroe (1956). Specific diagnostic characters are not detailed in general sources. Specimens require examination by a for reliable identification.
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Appearance
Wingspan approximately 30 mm. Specific coloration and wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and South Dakota in the United States.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing in June, July, and September.
Similar Taxa
- Other Diastictis speciesCongeneric share general and require careful examination of genitalia and wing pattern details for separation.
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Taxonomic Note
The specific epithet 'robustior' (meaning 'more robust' in Latin) suggests this may be comparatively stouter than related , though this is inferred from etymology rather than explicit description.