Sun-moth
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Aetole unipunctella
Aetole unipunctella is a small moth in the family Heliodinidae, a group commonly known as sun moths. The species has been documented in 277 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is moderately well-recorded. Its taxonomic status is marked as doubtful in GBIF, reflecting potential classification uncertainties. Members of Heliodinidae are typically diurnal and associated with sunny habitats.
Embola ionis
Embola ionis is a species of moth in the family Heliodinidae, described by Clarke in 1952. The genus Embola belongs to a family of small, often metallic moths commonly known as sun moths. Records of this species are sparse, with limited documentation of its biology and distribution.
Lithariapteryx abroniaeella
Jewel-studded Sand Verbena Sun Moth
Lithariapteryx abroniaeella is a micro-moth species in the family Heliodinidae, commonly known as the Jewel-studded Sand Verbena Sun Moth. It is characterized by its extremely small size and distinctive metallic wing markings. The species has been documented in the Texas Panhandle and is part of the diverse North American micro-lepidoptera fauna.
Lithariapteryx elegans
Elegant jewel-studded sun moth
A micro-moth in the family Heliodinidae with a wingspan of approximately 1 centimeter. The species exhibits distinctive metallic silver markings that appear as if liquid mercury has been applied to the wings. The abdomen is banded with silver. It has been documented from west Texas. The genus Lithariapteryx belongs to the sun moth family Heliodinidae, a group of small moths often noted for their metallic or iridescent wing patterns.
Lithariapteryx mirabilinella
Jewel-studded four o'clock sun moth
A micro-moth in the family Heliodinidae with a wingspan of approximately 1 centimeter. The species exhibits distinctive metallic silver markings on the wings and a banded silver abdomen. It belongs to a genus of small sun moths whose members often display iridescent or metallic coloration.