Cliniodes subflavescens
Cliniodes subflavescens is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by James E. Hayden in 2011.[1] It is found in southern Brazil, north to the Federal District.
| Cliniodes subflavescens | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Lepidoptera |
| Family: | Crambidae |
| Genus: | Cliniodes |
| Species: | C. subflavescens |
| Binomial name | |
| Cliniodes subflavescens Hayden, 2011 | |
The length of the forewings is 11–15 mm for males and 11–16 mm for females. The forewing costa is yellowish orange and the basal area is yellowish orange. There is a black smudge on the anal margin and the medial area is yellowish orange, shading to grey or dark grey on the anal area. The hindwings are pale yellow. Adults have been recorded on wing in January, February, April, May and from September to December.
Etymology
The species name is derived from Latin subflavescere (meaning to become slightly yellow).[2]
References
- Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2017). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
- Hayden, James E. (October 15, 2011). "Revision of Cliniodes Guenée (Lepidoptera: Crambidae: Odontiinae)". Annals of Carnegie Museum. 79 (4): 231–347. doi:10.2992/007.079.0401.
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