Tribe Dilophonotini

Burmeister, 1878

Etymology

Dilophonotini: Combines the Greek di for “two separate,” lopho for “crest” or “tuft,” and not for “the back.”

The suffix ini is standard taxonomic nomenclature to indicate that the word pertains to a zoological subfamily.

Pronunciation

DI-lo-fo-no-TY-ny

Overview

The tribe Dilophonotini contains nine species in Indiana.

Documented Occurrences

This map shows the confirmed sightings of the tribe Dilophonotini Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).

Photo Credits

Aellopos couresy of David Bybee. Amphion courtesy of Steve Sass. Erinnyis courtesty of Kathy Arens. Eumporpha courtesty of Ron Needham. Sphecodina courtesy of Rick Malad.