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Conchylodes concinnalis
Double-ringed Conchylodes
Conchylodes concinnalis is a small crambid moth found in Mexico and the south-eastern United States, with western extensions to Arizona and southern California. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 23–24 mm and display distinctive white wings marked with black bands and spots. The species is active from March through September, with adults attracted to light. The specific epithet 'concinnalis' and common name 'Double-ringed Conchylodes' reference the prominent paired dark markings on the forewings.
Embaphion muricatum
Embaphion muricatum is a darkling beetle in the family Tenebrionidae. The species is characterized by a notably explanate, or flattened and expanded, body form that gives it a distinctive appearance among tenebrionids. It has been documented from sand dune habitats in the southwestern United States and from prairie regions in Canada. Observations indicate it is active during late summer and early fall, with adults frequently encountered at night.
Eutrichillus neomexicanus
Eutrichillus neomexicanus is a species of longhorn beetle in the subfamily Lamiinae, first described by Champlain and Knull in 1925. Field observations indicate adults are attracted to recently dead Pinus edulis (Colorado pinyon pine) and are active nocturnally. The species has been collected at lights and observed on dead pine branches in pinyon/juniper/oak woodland habitats.
Euxoa simona
cutworm moth, dart moth
Euxoa simona is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1932. It belongs to the large genus Euxoa, which contains numerous similar-looking species of owlet moths. The species is known from North America, with confirmed records from the Canadian provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Like other Euxoa species, it is nocturnal and attracted to light sources.
Hypena abalienalis
white-lined hypena, white-lined bomolocha moth, white-lined snout
Hypena abalienalis, commonly known as the white-lined hypena or white-lined bomolocha moth, is a small to medium-sized moth in the family Erebidae. First described by Francis Walker in 1859, this species occurs across eastern North America from southern Canada through the northern United States. Adults are active primarily from spring through mid-summer, with multiple generations per year. The species is distinguished by characteristic wing markings and is frequently attracted to artificial light sources.
Indiopsocus coquilletti
common barklouse
Indiopsocus coquilletti is a species of barklouse in the family Psocidae. It is found in Central America and North America, including the United States and Mexico. Barklice in this family are commonly encountered on bark, foliage, and other surfaces where they feed on organic debris.
Lebia esurialis
Lebia esurialis is a small ground beetle in the family Carabidae. The species is distributed across the southern United States, Mexico, and Caribbean islands including Cuba and the Bahamas. Like other members of the genus Lebia, it is likely attracted to lights at night. The species was described by Casey in 1920.
Lebia pulchella
Beautiful Banded Lebia, beautiful banded lebium
Lebia pulchella is a small ground beetle in the family Carabidae, known for its colorful metallic appearance. The species occurs across a broad North American range from southern Canada to southern Texas. It is one of many foliage-associated ground beetles in the genus Lebia that are frequently attracted to lights at night.
Neandra
pole borer
Neandra is a genus of longhorned beetles in the family Cerambycidae, subfamily Parandrinae. The genus contains at least two described species: Neandra brunnea and Neandra marginicollis. These beetles are atypical for cerambycids, possessing short, bead-like antennae rather than the elongated antennae characteristic of most longhorned beetles. They are known to bore in decaying wood and are attracted to lights at night.
Pachybrachis mellitus
Dark-honey Creosote Pachy
Pachybrachis mellitus is a small leaf beetle in the family Chrysomelidae, first described by Bowditch in 1909. The species is known from southwestern North America and has been documented in association with creosote bush (Larrea tridentata) and other desert vegetation. The common name "Dark-honey Creosote Pachy" reflects both its coloration and apparent habitat preference. It is one of numerous Pachybrachis species found in the arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Panchlora nivea
Cuban cockroach, green banana cockroach, banana cockroach
Panchlora nivea is a small, bright green cockroach native to Cuba and the Caribbean, now established along the Gulf Coast of the United States from Florida to Texas. Unlike most cockroach species, it is primarily an outdoor insect rarely found indoors and is not considered a pest. It has become popular in the pet trade due to its attractive coloration and non-invasive habits.
Pelidnota punctata
Grapevine Beetle, Spotted June Beetle, Spotted Pelidnota
Pelidnota punctata is a scarab beetle in the subfamily Rutelinae, commonly known as the grapevine beetle or spotted June beetle. Adults are approximately 2.5–3 cm long with variable coloration ranging from off-yellow to auburn red, marked by four black spots on each side of the elytra. The species exhibits regional variation: northern populations typically have darker legs and more pronounced spotting, while southern populations may lack spots entirely and have lighter legs. It is distributed across eastern North America from Ontario to Florida and west to Texas and South Dakota.
Spilosoma latipennis
Pink-legged Tiger Moth, Red-legged Diacrisia
Spilosoma latipennis, commonly known as the pink-legged tiger moth or red-legged diacrisia, is a tiger moth in the family Erebidae described by Richard Harper Stretch in 1872. It occurs across eastern North America from Georgia north to Maine and west to Iowa and Kansas. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 38 mm and are active from April through September. The larvae feed on a variety of plants including ash, dandelion, impatiens, and plantain.
Sylvanelater cylindriformis
Cylindrical Click Beetle
A click beetle species in the family Elateridae, distributed across eastern Canada and the northeastern United States. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights. The species is characterized by its cylindrical body form, as reflected in its specific epithet.
Vella fallax
doodlebug
Vella fallax is a species of antlion in the family Myrmeleontidae, found across the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. Adults are among the largest antlions, with wingspans reaching 100-120 millimeters or more. The species belongs to a genus containing three species, all characterized by their large size and nocturnal attraction to lights. Two subspecies are recognized: Vella fallax fallax and Vella fallax texana.
Xyloryctes jamaicensis
Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle, Rhinoceros Beetle, Unicorn Beetle
Xyloryctes jamaicensis, commonly called the Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle or Unicorn Beetle, is a medium-sized rhinoceros beetle in the family Scarabaeidae, subfamily Dynastinae. Males possess a prominent horn projecting from the head, used in combat with other males. The species is native to eastern and central North America, ranging from southern Canada through the eastern United States and into Mexico. Adults are nocturnal and frequently attracted to lights.