Blepharomastix schistisemalis

Hampson, 1912

Calico Blepharomastix Moth

A of snout moth in the Crambidae, described by George Hampson in 1912. It occurs throughout the Neotropical region from the southeastern United States to Argentina. The 'Calico' refers to its patterned wing appearance.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Blepharomastix schistisemalis: //ˌblɛ.fəˈrɒ.mæs.tɪks ˌskɪs.tɪˈseɪ.mə.lɪs//

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Distribution

Found from Florida through the Bahamas and Cuba, continuing through Central America (including Panama) to South America, south to Argentina.

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Taxonomic Note

GBIF lists this with a doubtful status and places the under Lamprosema, indicating potential taxonomic uncertainty or ongoing revision in this group of crambid .

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