Aglossa acallalis
Dyar, 1908
Aglossa acallalis is a of in the . It was described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1908 based on specimens from the southwestern United States. The species is known from a limited geographic range in southern Arizona and California. It belongs to the Aglossa, which includes several species associated with stored products and debris.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aglossa acallalis: /əˈɡlɒsə əˈkæləlɪs/
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Identification
The Aglossa can be distinguished from other genera by the elongated labial that project forward like a snout. Within Aglossa, A. acallalis is recognized by its specific pattern and geographic distribution. Accurate -level identification typically requires examination of or comparison with .
Distribution
United States: southern Arizona and California. The has a restricted range limited to the southwestern portion of the country.
Similar Taxa
- Aglossa pinguinalisA widespread in the same with overlapping general , though A. pinguinalis has a much broader global distribution and is associated with stored products.
- Aglossa caprealisAnother North Aglossa ; separation requires detailed examination of pattern and .
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Taxonomic history
Described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1908, making it one of the earlier described in the Aglossa. The specific epithet and original description details are not widely documented in readily accessible literature.