Halysidota davisii

Edwards, 1874

Davis' Tussock Moth

Halysidota davisii, commonly known as Davis' tussock , is a of tiger moth in the Erebidae. It was described by Henry Edwards in 1874 and is named in honor of Dr. Davis. The species has a restricted distribution in the southwestern United States. are active during summer months, with larvae feeding on specific plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Halysidota davisii: /hæləˈsɪdoʊtə dəˈvɪsi.aɪ/

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Distribution

Found in Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and north-western Texas.

Seasonality

are on wing from July to August.

Diet

Larvae have been recorded feeding on Quercus emoryi (Emory oak) and Celtis (hackberries).

Host Associations

Quercus emoryi - larval food plant
Celtis - larval food plant

Similar Taxa

Halysidota tessellarisBoth are Halysidota tussock moths with banded or tessellated patterns; H. tessellaris has a broader eastern North American distribution and different larval preferences including Ulmus and Carya.

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Etymology

The is named in honor of Dr. Davis.