Leucanopsis lurida

Edwards, 1887

Leucanopsis lurida is a in the Erebidae, described by Henry Edwards in 1887. It occurs in Colombia, Mexico, and southern Arizona. are active from July to September, with a wingspan of 52–55 mm. The larvae feed on Quercus douglasii (blue oak).

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Leucanopsis lurida: //luːˈkænəpˌsɪs ˈlʊrɪdə//

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Distribution

Colombia, Mexico, and southern Arizona in the United States.

Seasonality

have been recorded on wing from July to September.

Diet

Larvae feed on Quercus douglasii (blue oak).

Host Associations

  • Quercus douglasii - larval food plantBlue oak

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Euhalisidota lurida before transfer to Leucanopsis.

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