Lithophane lanei
Troubridge, 2006
Lane's Pinion
Lithophane lanei is a of or dart in the , described by Troubridge in 2006. It is known from North America and is assigned the Hodges number 9893.1. The species belongs to the Lithophane, a group of moths commonly referred to as pinions. As a relatively recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lithophane lanei: /ˌlɪθoʊˈfeɪni ˈlæni/
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Distribution
North America. Specific distribution details beyond continental presence are not established in available sources.
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Nomenclature
The epithet 'lanei' honors an individual, following standard patronymic naming conventions in . The Hodges number 9893.1 indicates its placement within the North American numbering system, with the decimal suffix suggesting recognition as distinct from previously catalogued species.
Taxonomic History
Described in 2006 by J. Donald Lafontaine and David Troubridge, this represents a relatively recent addition to the North American noctuid fauna. Its description reflects ongoing refinement in the of the Lithophane.