Escaria
Grote, 1882
Species Guides
1Escaria is a of in the Noctuidae, containing two described : E. clauda and E. homogena. The genus was established by Grote in 1882 and is classified within the Noctuinae and tribe Hadenini. Both species are native to North America. The genus is rarely encountered, with minimal observational records available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Escaria: /ɛsˈkaː.ri.a/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Distribution
North America. Escaria clauda occurs in the western United States and southwestern Canada. Escaria homogena has been recorded in western North America.
More Details
Taxonomic history
The Escaria was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1882. It has been historically placed within the Noctuidae , specifically in the Noctuinae and tribe Hadenini, though tribal assignments within Noctuinae have undergone revision.
Species list
Escaria contains two recognized : Escaria clauda Grote, 1883 (type species) and Escaria homogena McDunnough, 1922.