Thyatira mexicana
Edwards, 1884
Thyatira mexicana is a in the Drepanidae, first described by Henry Edwards in 1884. It has a broad distribution spanning from the southwestern United States through Central America to South America. The has a wingspan of approximately 35 mm.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Thyatira mexicana: /θaɪəˈtɪərə ˌmɛksɪˈkænə/
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Identification
Distinguished from by geographic distribution and presumably wing pattern, though specific diagnostic features are not detailed in available literature.
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Distribution
Found in the US state of Arizona, through Central America (Mexico, Rica, Panama) to South America (Bolivia, Peru). GBIF records additionally indicate presence in Brazil (Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo).
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Taxonomic Note
Catalogue of Life places this in , while most modern sources (Wikipedia, iNaturalist, GBIF) place it in Drepanidae. This reflects ongoing taxonomic debate about the rank and placement of this group.
Etymology
The specific epithet 'mexicana' refers to Mexico, where the was presumably first collected or is commonly found.