Catocala faustina cleopatra

Strecker, 1874

faustina cleopatra is a of in the Catocala, Erebidae. Like other underwings, it possesses cryptic that conceal brightly colored , which are revealed when the is disturbed. The subspecies was described by Strecker in 1874. Underwing moths are notable for their distinctive defensive display and are popular among .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Catocala faustina cleopatra: //ˌkætəˈkeɪlə ˈfaʊstɪnə kliˈɒpətrə//

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Distribution

North America

Behavior

in the typically rest with folded over the , hiding the colorful . When disturbed, they flash the bright hindwings to startle before taking . Most Catocala do not regularly come to lights, or remain on the periphery of lighted areas.

Similar Taxa

  • Catocala faustina faustinaNominate ; differences in pattern and coloration distinguish subspecies within C. faustina
  • Other Catocala speciesOver 250 in share cryptic and colorful ; precise identification requires examination of hindwing pattern, forewing markings, and often dissection

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