Abrenthia
Busck, 1915
Abrenthia is a of in the , described by August Busck in 1915. The sole , Abrenthia cuprea, is a small North with a wingspan of 9–12 mm. are active in mid-to-late June, with likely a single per year.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Abrenthia: /æˈbrɛn.θi.ə/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Identification
Distinguished from other by its small size (9–12 mm wingspan), North distribution, and likely metallic coppery coloration. As a , identification to genus level requires confirmation of the single A. cuprea.
Appearance
Small with a wingspan of 9–12 mm. The single known , A. cuprea, has coppery or metallic coloration as suggested by its specific epithet.
Habitat
Specific details are not documented. As a member of (), association with sedges or wetland margins is possible but not confirmed for this .
Distribution
North America, with records from Florida, Illinois, and Iowa in the United States.
Seasonality
active mid-to-late June. Likely one per year.
Life Cycle
Probably (one per year), based on period concentrated in mid-to-late June.
Similar Taxa
- Other Glyphipterigidae generaSimilar small size and ; distinguished by geographic restriction to North America and specific timing.
More Details
Taxonomic history
The was established by August Busck in 1915 and has remained , containing only A. cuprea.