Anemosella obliquata
Henry Edwards, 1886
A small snout moth described from Texas in 1886. The belongs to the Pyralidae, a diverse group of characterized by elongated labial palps that form a snout-like projection. It remains poorly known, with limited published information beyond its original description and scattered observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anemosella obliquata: /ænɛmoʊˈsɛlə ɒblɪˈkwɑːtə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Anemosella by the specific epithet "obliquata," which refers to an oblique pattern element on the forewings. The is small and poorly studied; definitive identification requires examination of genitalia or reference to the original description.
Distribution
Known from Texas, United States. Records are sparse and concentrated in the southern portion of the state based on iNaturalist observations.
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Taxonomic note
The Anemosella is small and poorly studied. Henry Edwards described this in 1886 based on material from Texas. The species has received minimal taxonomic attention since its description.