Eulithosia discistriga
(Smith, 1903)
Eulithosia discistriga is a of owlet moth in the Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1903. It belongs to the Stiriinae, a group of small to medium-sized often associated with rocky or arid . The species has been documented in citizen science platforms with approximately 70 observations. Its taxonomic placement has been subject to revision, with some sources listing it under the Antaplaga.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eulithosia discistriga: /juːˌlɪˈθoʊsiə dɪˌsɪˈstraɪɡə/
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Taxonomic Notes
This has a complex taxonomic history. The basionym Lythrodes discistriga indicates it was originally described in a different . GBIF lists it as a synonym under Antaplaga discistriga, while Catalogue of Life and NCBI maintain it in Eulithosia. The MONA/Hodges number 9769 is used for North American identification.
Observation Data
iNaturalist records approximately 70 observations, suggesting it is not frequently encountered or may be underreported.