Sparganothoides silaceana facts for kids
Sparganothoides silaceana is a special kind of moth. It belongs to a group of moths called Tortricidae. This moth is quite rare because it is found in only a few places in Costa Rica. You can only find it near two famous spots: Cerro de la Muerte and Poás Volcano.
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Sparganothoides
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S. silaceana
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| Sparganothoides silaceana Kruse & Powell, 2009
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About the Sparganothoides silaceana Moth
This moth is a fascinating insect. It is known for its unique appearance and where it lives. Scientists first described this species in 2009.
What Does It Look Like?
The Sparganothoides silaceana moth has different sizes for males and females.
- Male moths have forewings that are about 9.2 to 9.9 millimeters long.
- Female moths have slightly longer forewings, measuring 9.4 to 10.4 millimeters.
The front wings, called forewings, are usually a golden yellow to brownish orange color. They might also have small, scattered pale brownish orange or brown spots. The back wings, called hindwings, are a clean white color.
When Can You See It?
Adult Sparganothoides silaceana moths have been seen flying during certain months. They are usually active in April, May, and July. This suggests that these moths likely have two different groups, or "generations," that hatch and fly each year.
Naming the Moth
The name of this moth, silaceana, comes from a Latin word. The Latin word is silaceus, which means "ochre." Ochre is a yellowish-brown color. This name was chosen because it describes the golden yellow to brownish orange color of the moth's forewings.
See also
In Spanish: Sparganothoides silaceana para niños
