Lithophane scottae
Troubridge, 2006
Connecticut Pinion, fireweed groundsel
Lithophane scottae is a noctuid described by Troubridge in 2006. It is known from North America and has been assigned Hodges number 9904.1. The species is referred to by two : "Connecticut Pinion" and "fireweed groundsel." As a member of the Lithophane, it belongs to a group of moths commonly known as pinions.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lithophane scottae: //ˌlɪθoʊˈfeɪni ˈskɑːti//
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Distribution
North America. Specific state or provincial records are not documented in available sources.
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Nomenclature note
The "Connecticut Pinion" appears to be the preferred name used on iNaturalist, while "fireweed groundsel" is used on Wikipedia. The origin of these names and whether they reflect regional usage patterns is not documented.
Taxonomic recency
This was described in 2006, making it a relatively recent addition to the described North American noctuid fauna.