Cauchas vittata
Davis & Medeiros, 2023
Cauchas vittata is a of longhorn in the Adelidae, described by Davis and Medeiros in 2023. It belongs to the Cauchas, a group of small moths characterized by their extraordinarily long , particularly in males. The species name 'vittata' (meaning striped or banded) likely refers to distinct longitudinal markings on the wings or body. As a recently described species, detailed natural history information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cauchas vittata: //ˈkaʊkəs vɪˈtɑːtə//
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Jasmin Ramirez Bonilla: Targeting Cucumber Beetles on Melons | Bug Squad
- Chrysomelidae | Beetles In The Bush | Page 5
- Bug Eric: Eight Illinois Wasp and Bee Mimics in Twenty Minutes
- Striped Cucumber Beetles: A New Guide Reviews Management Options for Vexing Cucurbit Pests
- Megalopygidae | Beetles In The Bush