Ianassa diablo
Miller & Franclemont, 2021
Ianassa diablo is a of in the Notodontidae, described by Miller and Franclemont in 2021. It belongs to the Heterocampinae, a group of prominent moths. The species epithet 'diablo' likely references Mount Diablo in California, suggesting a geographic connection to the type locality.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ianassa diablo: /jaɪˈænəsə ˈdiːæbloʊ/
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Distribution
California (inferred from epithet 'diablo' referencing Mount Diablo; no verified records available)
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Nomenclature
The was described in 2021 by Miller and Franclemont. The Ianassa is part of the Notodontidae , commonly known as prominent moths due to the tufts or projections on their caterpillars.
Taxonomic Note
As a recently described with zero observations recorded in iNaturalist, field data on I. diablo remains extremely limited. The species epithet suggests affinity with the Mount Diablo region of California.