Neoprocris
Jordan, 1915
Species Guides
2- Neoprocris floridana(Laurelcherry Smoky Moth)
- Neoprocris prunivora
Neoprocris is a small of zygaenid in the Procridinae, established by Jordan in 1915. The genus contains two described : the widespread Neoprocris saltuaria from southern Africa and the Florida- Neoprocris floridana. Members of this genus are moths associated with cyanogenic plants in the genus Prunus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neoprocris: /ˌniːoʊˈproʊkrɪs/
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Habitat
Associated with forested where Prunus plants occur. For N. floridana: hardwood hammocks, mesic forests, and urban areas with laurelcherry (Prunus caroliniana).
Distribution
N. floridana: to Florida, United States. N. saltuaria: southern Africa.
Behavior
are . Larvae possess defensive glands and sequester cyanogenic glucosides from plants for chemical defense.
Ecological Role
Herbivore; contributes to Müllerian mimicry complexes with other chemically protected zygaenid and stinging slug caterpillars.