Eremocentra is a genus of moths belonging to the family [[Crambidae]]. It was established by [[John Frederick Gates Clarke|J.F.G. Clarke]] in 1986. The genus was originally placed within the subfamily [[Pyraustinae]], although the exact subfamilial classification within Crambidae can sometimes vary in different taxonomic systems.
Description and Taxonomy
The genus Eremocentra was erected by Clarke in his 1986 publication, describing new species of Pyralidae from the Neotropical region. As of current taxonomic understanding, the genus is considered monotypic, meaning it contains only a single recognized species, Eremocentra monostigma. This species also serves as the type species for the genus.Moths within the family Crambidae are commonly known as crambid snout moths or grass moths, and typically display a range of sizes, often small to medium, with varied wing patterns. Detailed morphological characteristics specific to Eremocentra are generally found in specialized entomological literature.
Distribution
The sole species, Eremocentra monostigma, is known from the [[Neotropical realm]]. Its distribution includes areas within Central and South America, with specific records indicating its presence in countries such as [[Costa Rica]].Species
As of the latest taxonomic information, the genus Eremocentra includes only one species:- [[Eremocentra monostigma]] Clarke, 1986
References
- Clarke, J.F.G. (1986). "New species of Pyralidae from Neotropical Region (Lepidoptera: Pyraloidea)". Proceedings of the Entomological Society of Washington, 88(4), 675-681.
- Global Lepidoptera Names Index (AfroMoths). Eremocentra.
- [[Global Biodiversity Information Facility|GBIF]] (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). Eremocentra.
- [[Barcode of Life Data System|BOLD Systems]] (Barcode of Life Data System). Eremocentra.