Pelecystola nearctica
Davis & Davis, 2009
Pelecystola nearctica is a small in the Tineidae, described in 2009. It represents the first report of the Old World Pelecystola in North America. The exhibits in forewing length and has an extended period spanning spring through late summer.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pelecystola nearctica: /ˌpɛl.ɪˈsɪs.tə.lə nɪˈɑrktɪkə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other small Tineidae by its documented size range and geographic distribution. The significant size difference between sexes may aid identification. As the only Pelecystola known from North America, -level identification distinguishes it from other tineid genera in the region.
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Appearance
Small with forewings 5.4–6.2 mm in males and 7–8.5 mm in females. As a member of Tineidae, likely possesses the characteristic scaled wings and body typical of Lepidoptera, though specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Eastern North America, ranging from Quebec to northern Florida, west to Arkansas.
Seasonality
active from April to September.
Similar Taxa
- Other TineidaeSmall in Tineidae share general ; P. nearctica distinguished by -level characters and documented size ranges.
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Taxonomic significance
This was described by Davis & Davis in 2009, marking the first documentation of the Pelecystola in North America. The genus was previously known only from the Old World.