Acrobasis blanchardorum

Neunzig, 1973

Acrobasis blanchardorum is a of snout moth ( Pyralidae) described by Herbert H. Neunzig in 1973. It is known from North America, with Texas as the type locality. The larvae feed on Quercus species, including Quercus grisea.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acrobasis blanchardorum: /ˌækrəˈbeɪsɪs ˌblæntʃɑːrˈdɔːrəm/

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Identification

As a member of the Acrobasis, this likely shares the characteristic elongated labial palps that form a snout-like projection typical of snout moths. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing A. blanchardorum from are not documented in available sources.

Habitat

Associated with oak (Quercus) , given larval plant relationships. The type locality in Texas suggests occurrence in regions where Quercus grisea (gray oak) is present.

Distribution

Known from North America, with the type locality in Texas, USA.

Diet

Larvae feed on Quercus , specifically documented on Quercus grisea.

Host Associations

  • Quercus - larval of oaks
  • Quercus grisea - larval gray oak

Similar Taxa

  • Acrobasis nuxvorellaBoth are North American Acrobasis , but A. nuxvorella is a major pecan pest with well-documented economic impact, while A. blanchardorum is associated with oaks and lacks agricultural significance.

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Taxonomic history

Described by Herbert H. Neunzig in 1973. The specific epithet 'blanchardorum' is a patronym honoring the Blanchard , though the specific individuals are not identified in available sources.

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