Interjectio
Heinrich, 1956
Species Guides
2Interjectio is a of snout moths in the Pyralidae, Phycitinae, described by Carl Heinrich in 1956. The genus contains three described : I. columbiella, I. denticulella, and I. niviella. These are small to medium-sized pyralids with the characteristic elongated labial palps that give the group its . The genus appears to be restricted to North America based on species distribution records.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Interjectio: //ˌɪntərˈdʒɛk.tioʊ//
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Identification
Members of Interjectio can be distinguished from other Phycitinae by genitalic characteristics, particularly the male genitalia structure described by Heinrich. The genus name refers to the 'interjected' or intermediate morphological position between related genera. -level identification requires examination of genitalia and wing pattern details.
Distribution
North America. records include: I. columbiella from British Columbia and Alberta; I. denticulella from California and western North America; I. niviella from Colorado and surrounding regions.
Similar Taxa
- Other Phycitinae generaInterjectio was established to accommodate previously misplaced in related ; differs in genitalic structure and wing venation patterns.