Eulithosia plesioglauca

(Dyar, 1912)

Eulithosia plesioglauca is a noctuid described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1912. It belongs to the Stiriinae, a group of owlet moths often associated with arid and semi-arid environments. The has been documented across multiple observation platforms, indicating established in its native range. Taxonomic placement has shifted historically, with some sources listing it under the Antaplaga as a synonym.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eulithosia plesioglauca: /juːlɪˈθoʊsiə plɛsiɒˈɡlaʊkə/

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Taxonomic Uncertainty

GBIF lists this as a synonym under Antaplaga plesioglauca, while Catalogue of Life and iNaturalist maintain it as Eulithosia plesioglauca. This reflects ongoing debate about generic boundaries within Stiriinae.

Observation Record

iNaturalist 182 research-grade observations, suggesting the is regularly encountered by naturalists, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the accessible literature.

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