Pilocrocis
Lederer, 1863
Species Guides
1- Pilocrocis ramentalis(Scraped Pilocrocis Moth)
Pilocrocis is a of in the Crambidae, Spilomelinae, erected by Julius Lederer in 1863. The genus is part of the diverse snout moth family and is distributed in North America, with confirmed records from the United States including Vermont. As a genus-level , Pilocrocis encompasses multiple -level moths, though specific species details are not well-documented in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pilocrocis: /ˌpaɪloʊˈkroʊsɪs/
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Identification
As a , Pilocrocis can be distinguished from other Crambidae genera by genitalic characters and wing pattern configurations typical of Spilomelinae. Specific identification to within Pilocrocis requires examination of morphological features including wing venation, genitalia structure, and pattern elements on forewings and hindwings. The genus is placed in Spilomelinae based on synapomorphies shared with other members of this .
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Distribution
North America; confirmed records from the United States including Vermont.
Similar Taxa
- Other Spilomelinae generaShares -level characteristics including wing pattern and genitalic features; distinguished by -specific morphological traits.
- Other Crambidae genera outside SpilomelinaeDiffers in placement based on phylogenetic and morphological criteria established for Spilomelinae.
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Austrian entomologist Julius Lederer in 1863. Pilocrocis ingeminata Meyrick, 1933 is listed as a former , indicating taxonomic revision has occurred.
Observation data
The has accumulated 2,697 observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate levels of citizen science documentation.