Hypena heuloa

(Smith, 1905)

Hypena heuloa is a in the Erebidae, first described by Smith in 1905. It is native to North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 8449. The species belongs to the Hypena, commonly known as snout moths due to their elongated labial palps that project forward like a snout. Beyond basic taxonomic placement and geographic occurrence, detailed biological information about this species remains limited in available sources.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hypena heuloa: /haɪˈpiːnə hjuːˈloʊə/

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Identification

The Hypena is characterized by elongated labial palps that extend forward to form a prominent snout-like projection. -level identification within Hypena typically requires examination of wing pattern, coloration, and genitalia. H. heuloa can be distinguished from the more common H. scabra (green cloverworm ) by specific wing markings and geographic and seasonal occurrence patterns, though precise diagnostic features for H. heuloa are not well documented in general sources.

Distribution

North America. Specific range details beyond this continental-level occurrence are not established in available sources.

Similar Taxa

Hypena scabra (green cloverworm moth)A common, widespread that shares the snout moth and occurs in similar North American . H. scabra is economically significant as a soybean pest, whereas H. heuloa has no documented agricultural impact. H. scabra has multiple per year and broader habitat .

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Taxonomic Note

Originally described as Bomolocha heuloa Smith, 1905, later transferred to Hypena. The Bomolocha is now considered a synonym of Hypena.

Catalog Reference

MONA ( of North America) Hodges number 8449.