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Pyrausta roseivestalis

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Pyrausta roseivestalis
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P. roseivestalis
Binomial name
Pyrausta roseivestalis
Munroe, 1976

Pyrausta roseivestalis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1976.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from California[2] and southern Arizona.

The wingspan is about 17 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing in May, July and from September to October.[3]

Etymology

The species name is derived from Latin rosei (meaning rose) and vestalis (meaning coat).[4]

References

  1. ^ Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2017). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
  2. ^ Savela, Markku. "Pyrausta roseivestalis Munroe, 1976". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
  3. ^ "801500.00 – 5021 – Pyrausta roseivestalis – Munroe, 1976". North American Moth Photographers Group. Mississippi State University. Retrieved February 26, 2018.
  4. ^ "Species Pyrausta roseivestalis - Hodges#5021". BugGuide. Retrieved February 26, 2018.