Davara caricae
Dyar, 1913
Papaya Webworm Moth
Davara caricae, commonly known as the papaya webworm , is a of snout moth in the Pyralidae. It was described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1913. The species is associated with papaya (Carica papaya), as indicated by its specific epithet. It occurs in parts of the Caribbean and southern Florida.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
Known from Panama, Puerto Rico, and Florida (USA).
Diet
Larval is papaya (Carica papaya), based on the specific epithet and .
Host Associations
- Carica papaya - larval Specific epithet and indicate association; direct observation records not confirmed in provided sources.
Human Relevance
Considered a pest of papaya in regions where it occurs.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The is classified in the Phycitinae within Pyralidae, a group commonly known as snout moths.