Udea turmalis
Grote, 1881
Udea turmalis is a crambid described by Grote in 1881. It is found in western North America, with records spanning from western Canada through the western United States. fly during summer months and possess distinctive wing markings that aid in identification.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Udea turmalis: //juːˈdiːə ˈtʊr.mə.lɪs//
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Identification
Distinguished from similar Udea by the combination of pale dusty ochreous ground color and the distinctive blackish brown costal wash on forewings that absorbs the discal spots. The specific pattern of dotted lines on both wing pairs provides additional diagnostic characters. identification requires geographic and subtle morphological analysis.
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Distribution
Western North America: recorded from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba (Canada); Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Washington (United States).
Seasonality
on wing from June to September.
Ecological Role
As a member of the Udea, may contribute to pollination services; related Udea rubigalis has been documented visiting apple flowers and contributing to crop pollination.
Similar Taxa
- Udea rubigalisCongeneric with similar size and general appearance; distinguished by wing pattern details and geographic distribution overlap in some regions.
- Other Udea speciesMany Udea share similar body plan and size; precise identification requires examination of wing pattern elements, particularly the degree and extent of dark markings on forewing and the configuration of dotted lines.
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Subspecies
Four recognized: Udea turmalis turmalis (Colorado, nominate); Udea turmalis catronalis Munroe, 1966 (New Mexico); Udea turmalis griseor Munroe, 1966 (California); Udea turmalis tularensis Munroe, 1966 (California).