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Genus Agdistis

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Classification

Kingdom Animalia (Animals)

Phylum Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Subphylum Hexapoda (Hexapods)

Class Insecta (Insects)

Order Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths)

Superfamily Pterophoroidea (Plume Moths)

Family Pterophoridae (Plume Moths)

Subfamily Agdistinae (Entire-winged Plume Moths)

Genus Agdistis

Numbers

1 species in our area, endemic to southern CA.

Identification

Distinctive resting posture, with wings held upright and body held almost vertical. Forms a "Y", while other Pterophorids from a "T".

Guide to the Species of Agdistis

Agdistis americana, which occurs in coastal southern California, is the only species in the genus.

Habitat

Maritime; occurring in salt marshes, seaside meadows and on the rise of cliffs, depending on the species.

Internet References

UK Moths (link to genus page)

Contributed by Aaron Schusteff on 28 June, 2011 - 7:58pm
Additional contributions by James Bailey, treichard
Last updated 16 September, 2023 - 3:48pm

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