Lithophane grotei
(Riley, 1882)
Grote's Pinion, Grote's Sallow
Lithophane grotei is a medium-sized noctuid native to North America. First described by Riley in 1882, it is commonly known as Grote's pinion or Grote's sallow. The species belongs to the Lithophane, a group of moths often referred to as pinions or sallows, many of which are associated with woody plants. The species has been documented across a broad geographic range in North America with over 1,600 observations recorded.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lithophane grotei: //ˌlɪθəˈfeɪni ˈɡroʊtaɪ//
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Distribution
North America, with confirmed records from the United States including Vermont. The has been documented across a broad geographic range with over 1,600 observations.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Xylina antennata grotei by Riley in 1882, later transferred to Lithophane. The is classified in Noctuinae, tribe Xylenini.
Observation Data
The has accumulated over 1,600 observations, indicating it is relatively well-documented and presumably not rare, though specific abundance data is not available.