Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562
Satole ligniperdalis
This record describes Satole ligniperdalis (species). Recorded family: Pyralidae. Recorded order: Lepidoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adult - see original description in Print References. Powell & Opler note pronounced dimorphism, two color forms for each sex, and the male with the costa enlarged at the base and folded over to form a pouch sealed with a tympanum-like membrane. Genitalia: Larva - whitish, short, robust, smooth, unmarked; spiracles black-ringed; head pale yellow-green; antennae brown.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths)
- Superfamily
- Pyraloidea
- Family
- Pyralidae (Pyralid Moths)
- Subfamily
- Chrysauginae
- Genus
- Satole
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Deserts. ( 5 )
Geographic Range
Powell & Opler (2009) listed the range to include southern California ( 6 ) and Arizona. ( 5 ) Powell (1978) included western Texas to the California. ( 7 ) Moth Photographers Group included southern Nevada. ( 8 )
Seasonal Activity
April, June to August. ( 8 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae bore into stems and seed capsules of desert willow ( Chilopsis linearis ). ,
Life History
Powell (1986) reported individuals with prolonged diapause of one to three years. ( 9 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Specific epithet ligniperdalis is Latin meaning "wood destroyer," for the wood-boring habit of the larvae. ,
About Butterflies and Moths: the wider group
Order-level background for Lepidoptera, the group containing Satole ligniperdalis. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Lepidoptera includes approximately 180,000 described species of butterflies and moths. Moths outnumber butterflies roughly 10:1. The monarch butterfly's eastern population has declined by more than 80% since the mid-1990s, and the western population by over 95% since the 1980s. The IUCN lists the migratory monarch as Vulnerable.
Ecological role of the group
Butterflies and moths are essential indicators of ecosystem health. As caterpillars, they are a primary food source for birds - a single nest of blue tit chicks requires ~10,000 caterpillars. Adult moths pollinate many night-blooming plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Lepidoptera are critical pollinators. In Europe, grassland butterfly species have declined by almost 50% since the early 1990s. In the UK, three-quarters of butterflies are in decline. In the U.S., five butterfly species have gone extinct since 1950, with 29 listed as endangered.
Recorded sources for this group: IUCN Red List, Xerces Society, USFWS, PNAS, WWF. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Randy Hardy; Additional contributions by Maury Heiman , Robert H. Biagi
Frequently Asked Questions About Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562
What is Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562?
Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 (Satole ligniperdalis) is a species in the family Pyralidae, within the order Lepidoptera.
How big is Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562?
Powell & Opler (2009) listed the forewing length as 7-9 mm., females larger than males. ( 5 )
How do you identify Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562?
Adult - see original description in Print References. Powell & Opler note pronounced dimorphism, two color forms for each sex, and the male with the costa enlarged at the base and folded over to form a pouch sealed with a tympanum-like membrane. Genitalia: Larva - whitish, short, robust, smooth, unmarked; spiracles black-ringed; head pale yellow-green; antennae brown.
Where is Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Deserts. ( 5 ) |
| Range | Powell & Opler (2009) listed the range to include southern California ( 6 ) and Arizona. ( 5 ) Powell (1978) included western Texas to the California. ( 7 ) Moth Photographers Group included southern Nevada. ( 8 ) |
What does Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 eat?
The diet of the Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 includes Larvae bore into stems and seed capsules of desert willow ( Chilopsis linearis ). ,.
When is Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562 active?
Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562: seasonal activity - April, June to August. ( 8 ).
What is the life cycle of a Satole ligniperdalis - Hodges#5562?
Powell (1986) reported individuals with prolonged diapause of one to three years. ( 9 )