Cissusa valens
(Edwards, 1881)
Vigorous Cissusa Moth
Cissusa valens is a in the Erebidae, commonly known as the Vigorous Cissusa Moth. It occurs in the southwestern United States, with records from Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and western Texas. fly from March through September, and larvae feed on oak species (Quercus). The species was described by Henry Edwards in 1881.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cissusa valens: /ˈsɪs.ju.sə ˈveɪ.lɛnz/
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Identification
The wingspan of about 42 mm and geographic restriction to the southwestern United States may help distinguish this from related Cissusa species. Specific diagnostic characters for field identification are not documented in available sources.
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Habitat
Associated with oak-dominated given larval relationship. Specific habitat preferences are not documented.
Distribution
Recorded from Utah east to Colorado, south to western Texas, and west to Arizona in the southwestern United States.
Seasonality
have been recorded on wing from March to September.
Diet
Larvae feed on Quercus (oaks). feeding habits are not documented.
Host Associations
- Quercus - larval food plant
Life Cycle
Complete with larval, pupal, and stages. Specific details of site and stage are not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Cissusa speciesSimilar and ; specific distinguishing characters require expert examination.
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Taxonomic Note
GBIF lists this as a synonym under Ulosyneda valens, while NCBI and other sources maintain Cissusa valens as the accepted name. The placement appears to be under taxonomic review.