Erinnyis yucatana
Druce, 1888
Erinnyis yucatana is a sphinx moth (Sphingidae) described by Herbert Druce in 1888. It ranges from Mexico and Belize southward to at least Rica. have a wingspan of 92–96 mm and are likely active year-round. Larval plants and detailed remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Erinnyis yucatana: /ɛˈrɪn.nɪ.ɪs jʊˈkɑː.tə.nə/
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other Erinnyis species by geographic range and subtle morphological differences, though specific diagnostic features are not well established in the literature. The combination of large size (92–96 mm wingspan) and occurrence in the Yucatán region and Central America separates it from more northerly or southerly .
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Appearance
have a wingspan of 92–96 mm. As a member of the Erinnyis, it likely exhibits the streamlined, robust body and narrow forewings characteristic of sphinx moths, though specific coloration and pattern details are not well documented in available sources.
Distribution
Mexico (including the Yucatán Peninsula), Belize, and south to at least Rica. GBIF records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.
Seasonality
are probably on wing year-round; no specific seasonal peaks have been documented.
Similar Taxa
- Erinnyis elloOverlaps in Central American range and shares similar size and general ; E. ello is more widespread and better studied, with established plant records.
- Erinnyis obscuraOccurs in overlapping geographic range; distinguished by subtle differences in wing pattern and possibly preference, though precise differentiating characters require examination.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Isognathus yucatana by Druce in 1888, later transferred to the Erinnyis.