Deuterophysa fernaldi

Deuterophysa fernaldi is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Munroe in 1983.[1] It is found in Cuba and the south-eastern United States, where it has been recorded from Florida.[2]

Deuterophysa fernaldi
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D. fernaldi
Binomial name
Deuterophysa fernaldi
Munroe, 1983
Synonyms
  • Pyrausta costimaculalis Fernald, 1901 (preocc. Warren, 1889)

Adults have been recorded on wing from January to October and in December in Florida.

The larvae feed on Psychotria nervosa.[3]

References

  1. "GlobIZ search". Global Information System on Pyraloidea. Retrieved 2014-07-15.
  2. mothphotographersgroup
  3. Bug Guide


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