Choristostigma plumbosignalis
Fernald, 1888
Choristostigma plumbosignalis is a small crambid described by Charles H. Fernald in 1888. The is distributed across western and central North America, from British Columbia and Alberta south to Arizona and New Mexico, and east to South Dakota. have a wingspan of 20–21 mm and are active during summer months.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Choristostigma plumbosignalis: //koʊˈrɪstoʊˈstɪɡmə ˌplʌmboʊsɪɡˈneɪlɪs//
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Identification
The can be distinguished from related Choristostigma species by genitalia dissection and geographic distribution. No reliable external morphological characters for field identification are documented in available sources.
Appearance
Small with wingspan of 20–21 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Grassland coulees, aspen parkland, wooded areas in forests, and mountainous areas.
Distribution
North America: British Columbia and Alberta (Canada) south to Arizona and New Mexico (USA), east to South Dakota (USA). Additional records from Manitoba and Saskatchewan (Canada) based on GBIF data.
Seasonality
are on wing from June to August.
Similar Taxa
- Other Choristostigma speciesSimilar small size and crambid ; require genitalia examination for reliable identification
More Details
Original description
Originally described as Botis plumbosignalis by Fernald in 1888, later transferred to Choristostigma