Bicilia iarchasalis
(Walker, 1859)
Bicilia iarchasalis is a crambid described by Francis Walker in 1859. are active during two periods: March through May and August through September. The has a broad Caribbean-Gulf distribution, with larvae feeding specifically on Rivina humilis.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bicilia iarchasalis: /biːˈsɪl.i.ə iːˈɑrk.əˌsæl.ɪs/
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Distribution
Southeastern United States (Florida, Texas), Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Venezuela.
Seasonality
active March–May and August–September.
Diet
Larvae feed on Rivina humilis.
Host Associations
- Rivina humilis - larval plant
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Botys iarchasalis by Walker in 1859. Listed as a synonym of Lamprosema iarchasalis in some databases.