Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Formerly placed in the genus Anania
Explanation of Names
florella is Latin for small flower
(1)Numbers
Syngamia is a monotypic genus in U.S. per Nearctica and Arnett (1985)
(2)Identification
Dark brown with yellow patches on front and hind wings. Dark stripe down center of yellow head and thorax. Red abdomen with two narrow bluish bands across rear end. Flies rapidly but short distance when disturbed, tends to settle on underside of foliage.
Range
Southeastern U.S. Most records on BugGuide from Florida. Per Kimball (1965), florella is "relatively common from Gainesville south with records for every month."
(3)Season
Per Kimball (1965) reported records for every month in Florida
(3)Remarks
The diurnal moth is also attracted to lights.
