Iodopepla u-album
(Guenée, 1852)
White-eyed Borer Moth
Iodopepla u-album, commonly known as the white-eyed borer , is a of in the . The species was originally described as Ceramica u-album by Guenée in 1852. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9522 in North American moth systems.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Iodopepla u-album: /ˌaɪ.oʊˈdɒp.lə ˈjuː ˌælbəm/
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Identification
The "white-eyed borer " suggests a distinctive pale or white marking near the region, though specific diagnostic features require verification. The is placed in the Iodopepla, which may provide additional morphological context for identification. Confirmation requires examination of or other specialized characteristics typical of .
Distribution
Specific geographic distribution details are not documented in available sources. As a North American with a MONA/Hodges number, it is presumed to occur in North America, though precise range boundaries are unknown.
Human Relevance
The has been documented in citizen science platforms with over 500 observations, indicating it is encountered with some regularity by naturalists and enthusiasts. It holds no known economic or agricultural significance.
More Details
Taxonomic authority
First described by Achille Guenée in 1852 under the basionym Ceramica u-album.
Classification reference
Assigned MONA/Hodges number 9522 in the North American numbering system.