Lycomorpha
Lycomorpha
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Lepidoptera
- Superfamily: Noctuoidea
- Family: Erebidae
- Subfamily: Arctiinae
- Tribe: Lithosiini
- Subtribe: Cisthenina
- Genus: Lycomorpha
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lycomorpha: /laɪkoʊˈmɔrfə/
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Summary
Lycomorpha is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, with six described species in North America. Notably, Lycomorpha pholus is recognized for its black-and-yellow lichen moth appearance, primarily inhabiting short-grass prairie and feeding on lichen during its larval stage.
Physical Characteristics
Wingspan of 25–32 mm; black-and-yellow coloring in adults.
Identification Tips
Look for black-and-yellow coloration and a wingspan of 25–32 mm.
Habitat
Short-grass prairie.
Distribution
North America from Nova Scotia to North Carolina, west to South Dakota and Texas.
Diet
Larvae feed on lichen.
Ecosystem Role
Serves as a pollinator and a part of the food web.
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Tags
- Lepidoptera
- Erebidae
- Arctiinae
- North America
- Moths
- Lycomorpha pholus