Hypena appalachiensis
Butler, 1987
Appalachian Snout
Hypena appalachiensis is a in the Erebidae, commonly known as the Appalachian Snout. It is native to eastern North America, with its distribution centered on the Appalachian Mountains region. The species was first described by Butler in 1987. As a member of the Hypena, it belongs to a group of moths often characterized by their snout-like labial and triangular posture at rest.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hypena appalachiensis: /haɪˈpiːnə æˌpælæˈtʃiːˌɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
Eastern North America, particularly associated with the Appalachian Mountains region.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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