Heliades lindae
Cashatt, 2012
Heliades lindae is a small pyralid to Arizona, described by Cashatt in 2012. The is known from limited observations and has a wingspan of 15–17 mm. It is distinguished by brownish red forewings with white dentate antemedial and postmedial lines and light greyish brown hindwings.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Distinguished from similar pyralid moths by the combination of brownish red forewings with white dentate antemedial and postmedial lines. The toothed pattern of the transverse lines is a key diagnostic feature. to Arizona, which helps narrow identification geographically.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan of 15–17 mm. Forewings brownish red with white dentate (toothed) antemedial and postmedial lines. Hindwings light greyish brown. Wing pattern lines are toothed or notched in appearance.
Distribution
to Arizona, United States. Known only from this restricted geographic range.
Similar Taxa
- Other Heliades speciesSimilar size and general pyralid ; distinguished by specific wing pattern of brownish red forewings with white dentate lines
- Other small PyralidaeSimilar body plan and size; distinguished by unique coloration and toothed wing pattern lines combined with Arizona
More Details
Taxonomic status
GBIF lists this with status 'DOUBTFUL' and places it under 'Arta', suggesting potential taxonomic uncertainty or pending revision. The species was described relatively recently in 2012.
Observation frequency
As of source data, only 19 observations recorded on iNaturalist, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported.