Microphysetica hermeasalis
Walker, 1859
Microphysetica hermeasalis is a small crambid described by Francis Walker in 1859. It has a wingspan of 9–10 mm and occurs across the Caribbean Basin, including Florida, Mexico, Central America, the Antilles, and northern South America. are active during specific periods in Florida, with records from March through June and again from November through December.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microphysetica hermeasalis: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.faɪˈsɛ.tɪ.kə ˌhɜr.mɛˈæ.sə.lɪs//
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Identification
The combination of extremely small size (9–10 mm wingspan) and geographic occurrence in the Caribbean Basin and Florida may help distinguish this from larger crambid . No specific diagnostic markings are documented.
Appearance
Small with wingspan of 9–10 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Venezuela, Mexico, Central America (Honduras, Rica), the Antilles, and Florida (USA).
Seasonality
In Florida, are on wing from March to June and from November to December. Seasonality in other parts of the range is not documented.
More Details
Original Description
First described by Francis Walker in 1859.