Coenochroa illibella

Hulst, 1887

Dune Panic Grass Moth

Coenochroa illibella, commonly known as the dune panic , is a of snout moth in the Pyralidae. First described by George Duryea Hulst in 1887, this species occurs in western and central North America. The suggests an association with dune and panic grass (Panicum species). It belongs to the Phycitinae, a diverse group of pyralid moths whose larvae often feed on seeds or dried plant material.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Coenochroa illibella: //ˌsiːnəˈkroʊə ɪˈlɪbɛlə//

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Habitat

The indicates association with dune systems and panic grass (Panicum), suggesting sandy or coastal dune environments where this grass occurs. Specific microhabitat requirements remain undocumented.

Distribution

Documented from western and central North America: Texas, Arizona, Colorado, California, Wyoming, Indiana, Ontario (Canada), and Alberta (Canada). GBIF records confirm presence in Alberta.

Host Associations

  • Panicum - likely larval Inferred from ; not confirmed by direct observation

More Details

Taxonomic placement

Placed in Phycitinae based on Catalogue of Life classification. The Coenochroa is relatively small and poorly studied, with limited biological information available for most .

Data limitations

Only 10 observations recorded in iNaturalist as of source date. The appears rarely collected or underreported, with most biological details unknown.

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