Heteropacha
Harvey, 1874
Riley's lappet moth
Heteropacha is a in the , containing only the Heteropacha rileyana (Riley's ). The genus was established by Leon F. Harvey in 1874. The single species is restricted to the southeastern United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Heteropacha: /ˌhɛtɛroʊˈpækə/
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Identification
As a , Heteropacha is distinguished from other genera by the unique characteristics of its sole . have a wingspan of 27–36 mm. Specific diagnostic features separating it from related genera are not documented in available sources.
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Distribution
Southeastern United States: Mississippi, Missouri, Texas, and Georgia.
Seasonality
are on from late April to August.
Diet
feed on Gleditsia triacanthos ( ).
Host Associations
- Gleditsia triacanthos - larval
Similar Taxa
- Other Lasiocampidae genera members share general ; Heteropacha is distinguished by its status and restricted southeastern US distribution.
More Details
Monotypic status
The contains only Heteropacha rileyana, described in the same publication as the genus itself.