Aglossa costiferalis
Walker, 1866
Calico Pyralid
Aglossa costiferalis is a of snout moth in the Pyralidae, commonly known as the Calico Pyralid. It was described by Francis Walker in 1866 and is found in eastern North America. The species is relatively well-documented with over 900 iNaturalist observations, suggesting it is not uncommon within its range.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aglossa costiferalis: /əˈɡlɒsə ˌkɒstɪˈfɛrəlɪs/
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Identification
As a member of the Aglossa, this likely exhibits the characteristic snout moth with elongated labial palps forming a prominent 'snout' projection. The 'Calico Pyralid' suggests a mottled or variegated wing pattern, though specific diagnostic features distinguishing it from such as Aglossa disciferalis or Aglossa pinguinalis require examination of wing pattern details and possibly genitalia.
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Distribution
Eastern North America. Specific distribution records include the United States, with confirmed occurrence in Vermont.
Similar Taxa
- Aglossa disciferalisCongeneric snout moth with overlapping eastern North American distribution; requires careful examination of wing pattern to distinguish.
- Aglossa pinguinalisAnother congeneric found in North America; historically confused with A. costiferalis and distinguished by subtle wing pattern differences.
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Taxonomic Note
NCBI lists the authority as '(Walker, 1886)' with basionym Pyralis costiferalis, while other sources consistently cite Walker, 1866. This discrepancy may reflect a subsequent combination or database error; the accepted date in prevailing usage is 1866.