Lascoria alucitalis
Guenée, 1854
Lascoria alucitalis is a litter in the Erebidae, described by Guenée in 1854. It belongs to the Herminiinae, a group commonly known as litter moths due to their association with decaying material. The has a broad distribution across the Caribbean, Central America, and the southeastern United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lascoria alucitalis: /læsˈkɔːriə əˌluːsɪˈtælɪs/
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Habitat
Associated with leaf litter and decaying material, consistent with the ecological habits of the Herminiinae.
Distribution
Central America, the Guyanas, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and Florida (USA).
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Taxonomic history
Originally described by Achille Guenée in 1854. The has been consistently placed in the Lascoria within Herminiinae.