Alypia

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Superfamily: Noctuoidea
Family: Noctuidae
Subfamily: Agaristinae
Genus: Alypia

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Alypia: /əˈlɪpiə/

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Images

Alypia octomaculata 402794567 by Matthew Lindsey. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Alypia wittfeldii Claire Herzog by Claire Herzog. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Alypia ridingsii with scale by Lake Mead NRA Public Affairs. Used under a Public domain license.

Alypia octomaculata (Noctuidae) - (caterpillar), Lamoille (VT), United States by

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. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.

Alypia octomaculata 402794517 by Matthew Lindsey. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Alypia octomaculata 402794624 by Matthew Lindsey. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Summary

Alypia is a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae, characterized by their dark coloration and the presence of white or yellowish wing markings. They are primarily found in North America and have several species, the larvae of which feed on various plants.

Physical Characteristics

Wingspan 25-37 mm; adult moths are generally dark to black with white or yellowish patches on all wings, with variations according to species.

Identification Tips

Look for the distinct black coloration combined with white or yellowish patches on the wings.

Habitat

Most of the United States and throughout Canada, including Yukon and Northwest Territories.

Distribution

Native to North America, including regions across all states and Canadian territories.

Diet

Larvae feed on Virginia Creeper, grape, willow-herb (Epilobium spp.), and Japanese Persimmon, with host plants varying according to species.

Cultural Significance

The name Alypia is derived from a Roman feminine name.