Palpita arsaltealis

Walker, 1859

Palpita arsaltealis is a small crambid first described by Francis Walker in 1859. It occurs in the northeastern United States and adjacent Canada, with records from Quebec and Ontario south to South Carolina. The has a wingspan of approximately 16 mm. are active from spring through late summer.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Palpita arsaltealis: //ˈpæl.pɪ.tə ˌɑːr.salˈtiː.ə.lɪs//

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Distribution

Northeastern United States, ranging south to South Carolina; also present in Quebec and Ontario, Canada.

Seasonality

are on wing from spring to late summer.

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