Heterocampa secessionis
Benjamin, 1932
Heterocampa secessionis is a of prominent in the Notodontidae, first described by Foster Hendrickson Benjamin in 1932. It belongs to a of moths whose caterpillars are known to feed on oak and other hardwood foliage. The species is recorded from North America, with the MONA (Moths of North America) or Hodges number 7981 assigned to it.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Heterocampa secessionis: //ˌhɛtɪroʊˈkæmpə sɪˌsɛʃiˈoʊnɪs//
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Identification
As a member of the Heterocampa, this likely shares the general characteristics of variable oakleaf caterpillars, including cryptic coloration and body form that mimics dead leaf edges. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing H. secessionis from such as H. manteo and H. astarte are not documented in available sources.
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Distribution
North America. Specific state or provincial records are not documented in available sources.
Diet
Larval plants are not documented for this . Other Heterocampa species are known to feed on oak (Quercus) and other hardwood foliage.
Similar Taxa
- Heterocampa manteoVariable Oakleaf Caterpillar, a congeneric with overlapping range and similar larval ; and larvae require close examination for separation
- Heterocampa astarteAnother congeneric without a , similar in appearance and
More Details
Taxonomic reference
The MONA or Hodges number 7981 is assigned to this in North American lepidopteran checklists.
Research status
Like many non-pestiferous insects, this has received limited scientific attention beyond original description and taxonomic placement.