Cecrita biundata
(Walker, 1855)
Wavy-lined Heterocampa Moth
Cecrita biundata is a in the Notodontidae, commonly known as the Wavy-lined Heterocampa Moth. The species was described by Francis Walker in 1855. It is a moderately well-documented species with over 4,600 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is encountered with some frequency by naturalists. The Cecrita contains species that were historically classified under Heterocampa, and taxonomic placement has shifted over time.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cecrita biundata: //sɛˈkriː.tə baɪʊnˈdɑː.tə//
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Distribution
Recorded from Vermont and other parts of the United States. The appears to be distributed in eastern North America, though precise range boundaries are not well documented.
Human Relevance
The is documented through citizen science observations, with over 4,600 records on iNaturalist, making it a subject of public engagement with biodiversity.
Misconceptions
The "Wavy-lined Heterocampa " reflects historical classification under the Heterocampa; the has been reclassified to Cecrita based on morphological and phylogenetic studies.