Sphecops

Sphecops is a monotypic moth genus in the subfamily Arctiinae described by Orfila in 1935. Its single species, Sphecops arctata, was first described by Francis Walker in 1864. It is found in Brazil.[1][2]

Sphecops
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Sphecops

Orfila, 1935
Species:
S. arctata
Binomial name
Sphecops arctata
(Walker, 1864)
Synonyms
  • Pseudosphex arctata Walker, 1864

References

  1. Pitkin, Brian & Jenkins, Paul (November 5, 2004). "Sphecops Orfila, 1935". Butterflies and Moths of the World. Natural History Museum, London. Retrieved August 29, 2019.
  2. Savela, Markku. "Sphecops Orfila, 1935". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved August 29, 2019.


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