Heliolonche carolus
McDunnough, 1936
Chicory Flower Moth
Heliolonche carolus is a of in the Noctuidae, first described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1936. It is commonly known as the Chicory Flower Moth. The species is recorded from western North America, specifically California and Arizona. As a member of the Heliothinae, it is likely associated with flowering plants, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Heliolonche carolus: /ˌhiːliːəˈlɒŋki ˈkærələs/
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Distribution
Recorded from western North America, specifically California and Arizona. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in North America.
Host Associations
- Chicory - implied by The 'Chicory Flower ' suggests association with Cichorium , though this relationship has not been verified in primary literature.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described by McDunnough in 1936. The Heliolonche contains relatively few , and the group has received limited modern taxonomic revision.
Data availability
Despite 145 iNaturalist observations, published biological and ecological information for this is sparse. Most available information is limited to taxonomic databases and citizen science records.