Psilopleura polia
Druce, 1898
Psilopleura polia is a in the Arctiinae, first described by Herbert Druce in 1898. The species has a notably disjunct distribution, occurring from southern Texas through Central America and extending to Vanuatu in the southwestern Pacific. have a wingspan of approximately 38 mm. Limited phenological data indicates adult activity in November in Texas, though broader seasonal patterns across its range remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Psilopleura polia: /ˌpsaɪloʊˈplʊərə ˈpoʊliə/
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Distribution
Southern Texas (USA) through Central America to Vanuatu (southwestern Pacific). GBIF records confirm presence in North America.
Seasonality
recorded on in November in Texas. Seasonal patterns for other parts of the range are unknown.