Eupseudomorpha brillians
Neumoegen, 1880
Eupseudomorpha brillians is a noctuid and the sole in its , described by Neumoegen in 1880. It inhabits short and mixed grassland ecoregions of the south-central United States. The species is notable for its specialized larval association with evening primrose plants (Onagraceae).
Pronunciation
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Identification
The Eupseudomorpha is , so any specimen assigned to this genus is E. brillians. Within the Agaristinae, it may be distinguished from related genera by genitalic characters and wing pattern, though specific diagnostic features require examination.
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Habitat
Western Short Grasslands and Central and Southern Mixed Grasslands ecoregions. Associated with open grassland environments where plants occur.
Distribution
Recorded from New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma in the United States.
Diet
Larvae have been observed feeding on members of Onagraceae, particularly Oenothera (including Gaura). feeding habits are not documented.
Host Associations
- Onagraceae - larval food plant-level association
- Oenothera - larval food plant-level association, including Gaura
Similar Taxa
- Other Agaristinae generaSimilar overall ; requires genitalic dissection or detailed wing pattern analysis for separation.
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Taxonomic history
The Eupseudomorpha was erected by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1893, thirteen years after the was first described.