Argyrotaenia burroughsi
Obraztsov, 1961
Argyrotaenia burroughsi is a of described by Obraztsov in 1961. It is known from a limited geographic range in the southwestern United States. activity occurs in early spring and mid-summer. Like other members of the Argyrotaenia, it is presumed to be a moth, though specific details of its biology remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Argyrotaenia burroughsi: //ˌɑr.dʒɪ.roʊˈtiː.ni.ə ˈbɜr.oʊks.i//
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other Argyrotaenia species by genitalic characters as described in the original taxonomic treatment. Field identification to species level is challenging without dissection and reference to literature. It belongs to a characterized by with a metallic sheen and banded or mottled patterns, though specific markings for A. burroughsi are not described in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico in the southwestern United States. The appears to have a restricted regional distribution within the southern Rocky Mountains and adjacent high desert regions.
Seasonality
have been recorded on in March and from July to August, indicating at least two periods or possibly a with spring and summer .
Behavior
are attracted to artificial light sources. No other behaviors have been documented.
Similar Taxa
- Argyrotaenia velutinanaThe Red-banded is a widespread in the same , common east of the Rocky Mountains. It differs in having a much broader geographic range and well-documented larval habits on numerous deciduous trees and fruits.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by N.S. Obraztsov in 1961, the epithet honors an individual with the surname Burroughs, though the specific etymology is not detailed in available sources.
Research status
The is known from only four observations in iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported. No larval plants, stages, or detailed have been published.