Microthyris
Lederer, 1863
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3Microthyris is a of pyraloid moths in the Crambidae, Spilomelinae. The genus was established by Julius Lederer in 1863 and includes seven described distributed primarily in the Neotropical region. Species such as Microthyris lelex and Microthyris alvinalis are among the better-documented members. The genus belongs to the diverse grass moth family, though specific ecological details remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microthyris: //maɪˈkroʊθɪrɪs//
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Distribution
Neotropical region, with records from Central and South America. Specific countries include Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, and French Guiana based on -level occurrence data.
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Taxonomic history
The Microthyris was erected by Austrian entomologist Julius Lederer in 1863. It has remained within the Spilomelinae, though the internal of this large subfamily continues to be refined.
Species diversity
Seven are currently recognized: M. alvinalis, M. anormalis, M. asadias, M. lelex, M. microthyralis, M. miscellalis, and M. prolongalis. The is not considered particularly species-rich compared to related genera in Spilomelinae.