Deuterophysa fernaldi

Munroe, 1983

One-wedged Deuterophysa Moth

Deuterophysa fernaldi is a in the Crambidae ( Spilomelinae), described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1983. It occurs in the southeastern United States (primarily Florida) and Cuba. are active nearly year-round in Florida, with records from January through October and December. The larvae feed specifically on Psychotria nervosa, a member of the coffee family (Rubiaceae).

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Deuterophysa fernaldi: //ˌduːtəroʊˈfaɪsə fərˈnɔːldi//

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Distribution

Cuba and the southeastern United States, specifically recorded from Florida. The precise extent of its range within Florida or potential occurrence in neighboring states is not well documented.

Seasonality

have been recorded on wing from January to October and in December in Florida, indicating nearly year-round activity with possible reduction in November.

Diet

Larvae feed on Psychotria nervosa (Rubiaceae). feeding habits are not documented.

Host Associations

  • Psychotria nervosa - larval food plant Rubiaceae

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Etymology

The specific epithet 'fernaldi' likely honors Henry Torsey Fernald, a pioneer entomologist whose name is also used for the subgenus Fernaldina (Sphex lucae).

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