Microcrambus copelandi

Microcrambus copelandi is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Alexander Barrett Klots in 1968.[1] It has been recorded from the US states of Arizona, California, Florida, Ohio, South Carolina and Texas.[2] It is also present in Mexico.

Microcrambus copelandi
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M. copelandi
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Microcrambus copelandi
Klots, 1968

The length of the forewings is 6-8.5 mm. Adults have been recorded on wing from April to September and in November.

The larvae feed on Gramineae species.[3]

References

  1. Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2014). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved July 15, 2014.
  2. "800873.00 – 5418 – Microcrambus copelandi – Klots, 1968". North American Moth Photographers Group. Mississippi State University. Retrieved November 8, 2019.
  3. Heiman, Maury J. (November 14, 2018). "Species Microcrambus copelandi - Hodges#5418". BugGuide. Retrieved November 8, 2019.


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