Magusa

Walker, 1857

Species Guides

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Magusa is a of in the Noctuidae, established by Walker in 1857. The genus occurs in South America, India, and Sri Lanka. Larvae have been observed feeding on plants in the genus Sarcomphalus.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Magusa: /ˈma.ɡu.sa/

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Distribution

South America, India, and Sri Lanka.

Diet

Larvae have been observed feeding on Sarcomphalus obtusifolius (lotebush).

Host Associations

  • Sarcomphalus obtusifolius - larval lotebush

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