Melipotis famelica
Guenée, 1852
Melipotis famelica is a in the Erebidae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. The species occurs across a broad geographic range from the southern United States through the Caribbean to South America. have a wingspan of approximately 42 mm. The larvae feed specifically on Leucaena latisiliqua.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melipotis famelica: /mɛˈlɪpətɪs fəˈmɛlɪkə/
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Distribution
Found from the southern United States (Florida to Texas) through the Caribbean to Paraguay.
Diet
Larvae feed on Leucaena latisiliqua.