Verna's flower moth (Schinia verna) COSEWIC assessment and status report: chapter 1

COSEWIC Assessment Summary

Assessment Summary – May 2005

Common name : Verna's Flower Moth

Scientific name : Schinia verna

Status : Theatened

Reason for designation : This moth is found only in the Canadian prairies, with one extant site in southeastern Alberta. The species is known historically from very few locations despite its relatively large size, distinctive markings and day-flying habit. It has a small total range in suitable native prairie that is fragmented and declining in quality and extent.

Occurrence : Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba

Status history : Designated Threatened in May 2005.  Assessment based on a new status report.

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