Vitula setonella
McDunnough, 1927
Vitula setonella is a small in the , described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1927. It is known from a limited number of localities in western North America, including British Columbia and parts of the southwestern United States. The species has a wingspan of 14–16 mm.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Vitula setonella: /vɪˈtʊlə ˌsiːtoʊˈnɛlə/
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Identification
The small size (14–16 mm wingspan) and geographic range in western North America may help distinguish it from related Vitula . Specific diagnostic features require examination of or other detailed morphological characters not documented in available sources.
Distribution
British Columbia, Utah, California, and Arizona.
Similar Taxa
- Other Vitula species share the -level characteristics of small size and ; precise identification requires detailed examination.
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Taxonomic placement
Classified in Phycitinae within , a diverse group of small often associated with dried material and stored products.
Observation scarcity
Only 7 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of data compilation, suggesting the is rarely encountered or underreported.