Pyralidae
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Pyla rainierella
Pyla rainierella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It was described by Harrison G. Dyar in 1904. The species is known from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, with the type locality associated with Mount Rainier in Washington State. Very few observations of this species have been documented.
Pyralis
Meal Moths
Pyralis is a genus of snout moths in the family Pyralidae, described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. It is one of the older lepidopteran genera established in modern taxonomy. The genus is commonly referred to as 'Meal Moths' in English. As a member of the subfamily Pyralinae, species in this genus possess the characteristic elongated labial palps that project forward from the head, giving snout moths their common name. The genus has undergone taxonomic revision over time, with at least one former species (Pyralis preciosalis) reassigned.
Quasisalebria
Quasisalebria is a genus of small moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, described by Heinrich in 1956. Members of this genus are part of the diverse snout moth assemblage, characterized by their relatively modest size and generally inconspicuous coloration. The genus is recognized within the Phycitinae, a large subfamily containing numerous species associated with dried plant material, seeds, and detritus. Species-level taxonomy within Quasisalebria remains incompletely resolved.
Quasisalebria admixta
Quasisalebria admixta is a species of snout moth (Pyralidae) in the subfamily Phycitinae, described by Carl Heinrich in 1956. The genus Quasisalebria is small and poorly documented, with limited published information on species-level biology. Records from iNaturalist indicate occasional observations, primarily from North America. The species appears to be nocturnal, consistent with other Phycitinae moths.
Reynosa floscella
Reynosa floscella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, described by George D. Hulst in 1890. It is placed in the genus Reynosa, a group of small moths within the diverse Pyraloidea superfamily. The species has been documented through iNaturalist observations, though detailed biological information remains limited in available sources.
Rhysipolis
Rhysipolis is a genus of parasitoid wasps in the subfamily Rhysipolinae (Braconidae), comprising approximately 22 described species. Species are small, with body lengths of 2.5–4.0 mm and fore wing lengths of 2.2–4.0 mm. The genus is distributed across the East Palaearctic and Oriental regions, with records from China, Russia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and parts of Europe. Members are koinobiont ectoparasitoids of lepidopteran larvae, with documented hosts including bagworm moths (Psychidae) and snout moths (Pyralidae).
Rostrolaetilia coloradella
Rostrolaetilia coloradella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Blanchard and Ferguson in 1975. It belongs to the subfamily Phycitinae, a diverse group of small moths often associated with dried plant material and stored products. The species is known from a single iNaturalist observation, indicating it is rarely documented or potentially infrequently encountered.
Rostrolaetilia placidella
A small moth species in the snout moth family Pyralidae, described from North America in 1918. It belongs to the subfamily Phycitinae, a diverse group of often inconspicuous moths. The genus Rostrolaetilia contains few described species and is poorly studied, with limited biological information available.
Rumatha
snout moths
Rumatha is a genus of snout moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It was established by Carl Heinrich in 1939. The genus contains four described species distributed in North America. Little is known about the biology of most species.
Rumatha bihinda
A snout moth species described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1922. Adult males have a wingspan of 30–35 mm, females 32–36 mm. The species is restricted to the southwestern United States. Larvae are stem-borers in Cylindropuntia cacti.
Rumatha glaucatella
Rumatha glaucatella is a small snout moth described by George Duryea Hulst in 1888. The species exhibits sexual dimorphism in wingspan, with females slightly larger than males. Its larvae are specialized feeders on Cylindropuntia cacti, particularly Cylindropuntia leptocaulis. The species is restricted to the southern United States.
Rumatha jacumba
Rumatha jacumba is a species of snout moth (family Pyralidae) described by Herbert H. Neunzig in 1997. It is known from desert regions of southwestern North America, specifically California and Nevada. The species epithet references Jacumba, California, a locality in the Colorado Desert where the species has been collected. Like other members of the genus Rumatha, it belongs to a group of small pyralid moths associated with arid habitats.
Salebriacus odiosella
Salebriacus odiosella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. First described by George Hulst in 1887, this small moth is part of a genus containing approximately 20 species distributed primarily in North America. The species is documented through scattered collection records and limited iNaturalist observations, indicating it is not well-studied in terms of its biology and ecology.
Salebriaria ademptandella
Salebriaria ademptandella is a synonym of Salebriaria turpidella, a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. Originally described by Dyar in 1908, this name is no longer considered valid in current taxonomy. The species belongs to a genus of small moths primarily found in North America.
Salebriaria annulosella
Black-patched Salebriaria Moth
Salebriaria annulosella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It is distributed across eastern and central North America, with records from ten U.S. states ranging from Maine to Texas. The species was described by Ragonot in 1887. It is one of the more frequently observed members of its genus, with over 800 iNaturalist observations.
Salebriaria borealis
Salebriaria borealis is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae. The genus Salebriaria belongs to the snout moth family, a diverse group of small to medium-sized moths characterized by their elongated labial palps that form a snout-like projection. Very little specific biological information has been published for this particular species. The species epithet 'borealis' suggests a northern distribution pattern.
Salebriaria carolynae
Salebriaria carolynae is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 1988. The genus Salebriaria belongs to the subfamily Phycitinae, a diverse group of small to medium-sized moths. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases, suggesting it is either rare, poorly sampled, or restricted in distribution.
Salebriaria fasciata
snout moth
Salebriaria fasciata is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 1988. The species is distributed across the southeastern and central United States, with records from eleven states. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 22 mm and are active from April through August.
Salebriaria fergusonella
Salebriaria fergusonella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae. The genus Salebriaria was established by George Hampson in 1901 and includes small to medium-sized moths. Very few observations of this species have been documented, with only four records currently available on iNaturalist. The specific epithet honors Douglas C. Ferguson, a prominent American lepidopterist who specialized in Pyralidae.
Salebriaria floridana
Salebriaria floridana is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It is one of multiple Florida-endemic insect species bearing the epithet 'floridana,' including the well-documented tiger beetles Cicindelidia floridana and Tetracha floridana. The genus Salebriaria contains small moths associated with dry, sandy habitats. Unlike the tiger beetles with which it shares its specific epithet, this moth has received limited scientific attention and its biology remains poorly documented.
Salebriaria integra
Salebriaria integra is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae, commonly known as snout moths. The genus Salebriaria is part of a diverse group of pyralid moths, many of which are associated with stored products or natural habitats containing plant debris. Specific ecological details for this species remain limited in published literature.
Salebriaria roseopunctella
Salebriaria roseopunctella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 2003. The genus Salebriaria comprises small moths distributed primarily in the Americas. This species is distinguished by specific wing pattern elements referenced in its epithet. Like other pyralids, adults possess elongated labial palps that project forward, creating a "snout" appearance. The species has been documented through observation records, though detailed biological studies remain limited.
Salebriaria rufimaculatella
White-banded Salebriaria Moth
Salebriaria rufimaculatella is a small moth species in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 1988. The common name 'White-banded Salebriaria Moth' refers to distinctive light markings on the forewings. It belongs to a genus of snout moths found primarily in North America. The species has been documented in over 400 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is moderately well-observed but not extensively studied in scientific literature.
Salebriaria simpliciella
Salebriaria simpliciella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 1988. It belongs to the genus Salebriaria, a group of small moths within the subfamily Phycitinae. The species has been documented across multiple observation platforms with over 400 records, indicating it is not uncommon in its range. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with dry or sandy habitats, though specific ecological details remain limited in published literature.
Salebriaria squamopalpiella
White-patched Salebriaria Moth
Salebriaria squamopalpiella is a small moth in the family Pyralidae, commonly known as the White-patched Salebriaria Moth. The species is documented primarily through citizen science observations on iNaturalist, with limited formal taxonomic study. It belongs to a genus of snout moths characterized by scaled labial palps. Available information on its biology and ecology remains sparse.
Salebriaria tenebrosella
Salebriaria tenebrosella is a small moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, described by Hulst in 1887. It is recorded from the Canadian prairie provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The species belongs to a genus of snout moths whose larvae are generally associated with decaying plant material or fungi.
Salobrena recurvata
Salobrena recurvata is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, first described by Möschler in 1886. It belongs to the subfamily Chrysauginae, a diverse group within Pyralidae. The species has been documented through 33 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it has been encountered in the field, though detailed biological information remains limited in publicly available sources.
Salobrena sincera
Sincere Salobrena Moth
Salobrena sincera is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Zeller in 1875. It belongs to the subfamily Chrysauginae, a group of moths often associated with tropical and subtropical regions. The species has been documented through 325 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is moderately well-represented in community science records. Its common name, Sincere Salobrena Moth, reflects a standardized vernacular naming convention for the genus.
Salobrena vacuana
Salobrena vacuana is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Chrysauginae. Described by Francis Walker in 1865, this Neotropical species is one of approximately 15 species in the genus Salobrena. The genus is characterized by distinctive wing patterns and genitalic structures, though detailed biological information for S. vacuana specifically remains limited in published literature.
Sarasota plumigerella
Sarasota plumigerella is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, first described by George D. Hulst in 1900. The genus Sarasota is monotypic, containing only this single species. Like other members of the Phycitinae, it is presumed to be a small moth with larvae that likely feed on plant material, though specific life history details remain poorly documented. The species epithet and genus name reference Sarasota, Florida, suggesting a type locality or association with this region.
Sarata nigrifasciella
Sarata nigrifasciella is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. Described by Ragonot in 1887, it is a small moth with limited documented information. The species has been recorded from Manitoba, Canada, but its biology and ecology remain poorly known.
Sarata tephrella
Sarata tephrella is a moth species in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. The female was described for the first time in a 2005 taxonomic note, with variation in both sexes illustrated and discussed. The species is known from Wyoming, and habitat photographs have been published.
Sciota
snout moth
Sciota is a genus of snout moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1888. The genus includes multiple species distributed across North America and Europe, with documented presence in the Iberian Peninsula. Species such as Sciota rhenella laetifica, Sciota hostilis, and Sciota elegiella have been studied in detail regarding their morphology, immature stages, and biology.
Sciota basilaris
Yellow-shouldered Leafroller
A small moth in the family Pyralidae, commonly known as the Yellow-shouldered Leafroller. The species occurs in North America, with records from the northern United States and central Canada. Larvae are known to feed on sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) and other plants, rolling leaves for shelter. The species is of minor economic significance as a leafroller pest.
Sciota celtidella
Hackberry Leafroller Moth
Sciota celtidella, commonly known as the Hackberry Leafroller Moth, is a small pyralid moth in the subfamily Phycitinae. The species is known to occur in eastern North America and is associated with hackberry (Celtis) host plants. Larvae are leafrollers that feed on hackberry foliage, constructing shelters by rolling or tying leaves together.
Sciota dammersi
leadplant webworm
Sciota dammersi, commonly known as the leadplant webworm, is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It is one of several leafroller species in the genus Sciota, which are known to serve as prey for the Four-toothed Mason Wasp (Monobia quadridens). The species name honors entomologist Charles Dammers. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases, suggesting it may be uncommon, locally distributed, or underreported.
Sciota delassalis
Sciota delassalis is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. The genus Sciota includes several species of leafroller moths whose larvae feed on various tree species. S. delassalis is a poorly documented species with minimal published information available beyond taxonomic records. It belongs to a group of moths that are ecologically significant as prey for parasitoid wasps, including mason wasps such as Monobia quadridens.
Sciota fernaldi
A small moth species in the family Pyralidae, distributed across the Canadian prairie provinces. Very limited biological information is available for this taxon.
Sciota levigatella
Sciota levigatella is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae, genus Sciota. Little specific information is documented about this species. The genus Sciota includes leafroller moths, and based on the ecology of related species, S. levigatella likely has larvae that feed within rolled or folded leaves of host plants. The species has been recorded in iNaturalist with 7 observations, indicating it is documented but not well-studied.
Sciota uvinella
sweetgum leafroller moth
Sciota uvinella is a small snout moth in the family Pyralidae, commonly known as the sweetgum leafroller moth. The species was described by Ragonot in 1887 and occurs in eastern North America. Its common name derives from the larval habit of rolling or folding leaves of its host plant, sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua). The species is notable as a primary prey item for the four-toothed mason wasp, Monobia quadridens, which paralyzes the caterpillars to provision its nest cells.
Sciota virgatella
Black-spotted Leafroller Moth
Sciota virgatella, known as the black-spotted leafroller moth, is a small snout moth in the family Pyralidae. First described by James Brackenridge Clemens in 1860, it occurs widely across eastern and central North America. The species is active throughout much of the year, with adults recorded from February through September. Its common name references the larval habit of rolling or folding leaves.
Sosipatra
Sosipatra is a genus of snout moths (Pyralidae) in the subfamily Phycitinae, established by Carl Heinrich in 1956. The genus belongs to the diverse Pyraloidea superfamily and contains multiple species distributed primarily in the Americas. These moths are part of the large and economically significant family Pyralidae, though specific ecological roles and detailed biology of Sosipatra species remain poorly documented in available literature.
Sosipatra anthophila
Sosipatra anthophila is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. Described by Harrison G. Dyar in 1925, this species belongs to the genus Sosipatra, which comprises small to medium-sized pyralid moths. The specific epithet 'anthophila' (flower-loving) suggests an association with flowers, though detailed ecological studies remain limited. As a member of the Phycitinae, it likely exhibits typical characteristics of this diverse subfamily, which includes many species with concealed larval habits and varied host associations.
Sosipatra knudsoni
Sosipatra knudsoni is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, described by Neunzig in 1990. It belongs to the subfamily Phycitinae, a diverse group of small moths often associated with dried plant material. The species is known from a limited number of observations, suggesting restricted distribution or cryptic habits. Like other members of its genus, it is likely nocturnal and associated with terrestrial habitats.
Stenopaschia
Stenopaschia is a genus of snout moths (Pyralidae) in the subfamily Epipaschiinae. The genus was described by Hampson in 1906 and is currently accepted. It is known from very few observations and limited published information.
Tacoma
Tacoma is a genus of moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. The genus was described by George D. Hulst in 1888. It belongs to the snout moth family Pyralidae, a large and diverse group of small to medium-sized moths characterized by their prominent labial palps that extend forward like a snout. Species in this genus are found in North America.
Tacoma feriella
Tacoma feriella is a species of moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. First described by Hulst in 1888, this small moth belongs to a genus of snout moths whose biology remains poorly documented in scientific literature. The species is part of a diverse group of pyralid moths, many of which are associated with dried plant materials, seeds, or detritus as larvae. Adult moths in this subfamily typically have narrow wings and prominent labial palps that project forward like a snout.
Tallula
Tallula is a genus of pyralid moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Epipaschiinae. The genus was established by George D. Hulst in 1888 and contains approximately 11 described species. These moths belong to the diverse snout moth family Pyralidae, a large group of small to medium-sized moths characterized by their prominent labial palps that extend forward like a snout.
Tallula atrifascialis
Dark-banded Tallula
Tallula atrifascialis is a species of pyralid moth in the family Pyralidae. It is commonly known as the Dark-banded Tallula. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 5591. As a member of the subfamily Epipaschiinae, it belongs to a group of snout moths whose larvae are primarily associated with decaying plant material and fungi.
Tallula baboquivarialis
Tallula baboquivarialis is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Epipaschiinae. Described by Barnes and Benjamin in 1926, this species is known from extremely limited records. Only one observation has been documented on iNaturalist, indicating it is rarely encountered or potentially underreported. The specific epithet references the Baboquivari Mountains in Arizona, suggesting a southwestern North American distribution.