Argyrostrotis sylvarum

Guenée, 1852

Woodland Chocolate Moth, Brown Wavy Line Argyrostrotis

A small in the Erebidae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. It occurs in woodland of the southeastern United States. The has a wingspan of approximately 28 mm. It is known by two reflecting its coloration and habitat association.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Argyrostrotis sylvarum: //ˌɑːrɡɪroʊˈstrɒtɪs sɪlˈvɛərəm//

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Identification

Distinguished from related Argyrostrotis by geographic range and potentially by the wavy pattern referenced in its alternative . Positive identification may require examination of or other microscopic features typical of Erebidae .

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Habitat

Woodland in the southeastern United States. Specific microhabitat preferences within woodlands are not documented.

Distribution

Southeastern United States: from Virginia south to Florida and west to Texas.

Behavior

, as is typical for Erebidae .

Similar Taxa

  • Other Argyrostrotis speciesCongeneric may share similar coloration and require careful examination for separation; specific similar species not documented in available sources.

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Taxonomic Note

Originally described as Poaphila sylvarum by Guenée in 1852, later transferred to Argyrostrotis. placement has been updated from to Erebidae in modern .

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