Feniseca tarquinius
(Fabricius, 1793)
Harvester
Feniseca tarquinius, commonly known as the harvester, is a small and uncommon to North America. It is the sole member of the Feniseca, making it taxonomically unique within the . The is notable for its , which feed on rather than material—a highly unusual trait among butterflies. are typically associated with wooded and forest edges.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Feniseca tarquinius: /fɛˈnɪsɪkə tɑrˈkwɪniəs/
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Distribution
North America, with confirmed records from Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont).