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Renia salusalis

930529.00 — 8378 — Renia salusalis (Walker, 1859)
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Larval Host(s)

Presumed main host
on Block Island:

Known hosts:
unclear/unknown

Detritus

Remarks

This species is rare on Block Island, which is near the northern margin of its range.

Sex Differences

Male with modification of antenna; sexes additionally differ in the form of the labial palpi.

Identification

Refer to my guide to the genus on BugGuide

References

  • Species Page at Moth Photographers Group
  • Barcode of Life (BOLD) - Caution: Some specimens shown may not be sequenced. DNA barcode provides evidence of relatedness not proof of identification.
  • Species Page at BugGuide

    • Adult phenology on Block Island of Renia salusalis

    Abundance data late May to early October