Apilocrocis
Amsel, 1956
Species Guides
2- Apilocrocis brumalis
- Apilocrocis pimalis(Pima apilocrocis moth)
Apilocrocis is a of in the Crambidae, Spilomelinae. The genus was established by Amsel in 1956 and contains approximately 11 described distributed across the Americas, from the United States through Central America to South America. Species within this genus are relatively small crambid moths, with several described by Hampson in the early 20th century and additional species described by Munroe in 1968.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apilocrocis: /ˈæpɪloʊˌkroʊsɪs/
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Distribution
The Apilocrocis has a New World distribution. occur in North America (United States), Mexico, Central America, and South America. Specific species have been recorded from regions including the southwestern United States (Arizona), Mexico (Yucatán), and South America (Bolivia, Brazil).
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Taxonomic history
The was erected by Hans Georg Amsel in 1956. Several were originally described in other genera (such as Pionea and Pyrausta) and later transferred to Apilocrocis. Munroe (1968) significantly expanded the genus with descriptions of multiple new species from Central and South America.
Etymology
The name Apilocrocis is derived from Greek elements, with 'apilo-' likely referring to 'simple' or 'plain' and '-crocis' relating to saffron or yellow coloration, possibly alluding to coloration patterns in the type or related species.