Cliniodes mellalis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Crambidae
Genus: Cliniodes
Species:
C. mellalis
Binomial name
Cliniodes mellalis
Hayden, 2011

Cliniodes mellalis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by James E. Hayden in 2011.[1] It is found in Costa Rica.

Adults have been recorded on wing in February, April and from August to November.

Etymology

The species name refers to the dark yellow forewings and is derived from Latin mel (meaning honey).[2]

References

  1. Nuss, M.; et al. (2003–2014). "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
  2. 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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