Schizura matheri

Miller & Franclemont, 2021

A recently described in the Notodontidae, native to North America. As a member of the Schizura, it belongs to a group of moths whose larvae are commonly known as redhumped caterpillars. The species was formally recognized in 2021, distinguishing it from the closely related and morphologically similar Schizura concinna.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Schizura matheri: //skɪˈzʊrə ˈmæθəraɪ//

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Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

  • Schizura concinnaClosely related congeneric ; S. matheri was distinguished from S. concinna in 2021 based on morphological differences. of S. concinna are described as nondescript, grayish-brownish that hold wings wrapped cylindrically around the body, resembling a broken twig or cigarette butt.

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