Eugnosta bimaculana
(Robinson, 1869)
narrow-patch carolella moth, two-spotted carolella
Eugnosta bimaculana is a small with a wingspan of 13–14 mm. It occurs across the southeastern and south-central United States, from Maryland to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma. are active year-round in the southern portion of its range, with more restricted periods in northern .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eugnosta bimaculana: /juːɡˈnɒstə baɪmækjʊˈlænə/
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Identification
The specific epithet 'bimaculana' (meaning 'two-spotted') and 'two-spotted carolella' suggest two distinct macular markings may be present, though detailed diagnostic features for separating this from are not documented in the provided sources.
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Distribution
Southeastern and south-central United States: Maryland to Florida, west to Texas and Oklahoma.
Seasonality
recorded year-round in the southern part of the range. In northern areas, occurs primarily May–June and September–October.
More Details
Original description
Originally described as Conchylis bimaculana by Robinson in 1869, later transferred to Eugnosta.
Common name usage
Two are in use: 'narrow- carolella ' and 'two-spotted carolella', with the latter directly referencing the epithet.