Polygrammodes langdonalis

Polygrammodes langdonalis is a small crambid with a wingspan of approximately 28 mm. It occurs in the central United States, with records from Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Texas. are active during summer months, and the larvae feed on Vernonia .

Polygrammodes langdonalis by Holland, W.J.. Used under a Public domain license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Polygrammodes langdonalis: //ˌpɒlɪˌɡræməˈdiːz ˌlæŋdənˈeɪlɪs//

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Identification

The small size (28 mm wingspan) and summer period in the central United States may help distinguish this from related Polygrammodes. Specific diagnostic features are not documented in available sources.

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Appearance

Small with wingspan approximately 28 mm.

Distribution

Recorded from Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Texas in the United States.

Seasonality

active from June to August.

Diet

Larvae feed on Vernonia .

Host Associations

  • Vernonia - larval food plant-level association; specific not documented

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