Genus Perimede

Chambers, 1874

Etymology

Perimede: Combines the Greek words peri, meaning “around” or “about,” with medea, meaning “crafty” or “cunning.” The name Perimede was used in Greek mythology often for females that were sorcerers, witches, or troublemakers.

Pronunciation

peer-uh-mee-dee

Overview

Perimede is a small genus of moths in the subfamily Chrysopeleiinae.

Distribution of Genus Perimede
Taxonomic Level	Worldwide	North America	Midwestern USA	Indiana
Species	~15	13	7	7

Documented Occurrences

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

Notes

Contained below are individual sightings of Perimede that are only identifiable to genus level.

GAIN LP Sightings

Date	County	Observer	Notes	Image1	Image2
2024-06-29	Hamilton	McCord, Dan
2024-06-29	Hamilton	McCord, Dan
2020-09-15	Hamilton	McCord, Dan	Adult
2019-09-30	Hamilton	McCord, Dan	Adult
2019-09-30	Hamilton	McCord, Dan	Adult

Observation Details	Images
Date: 2024-06-29 County: Hamilton Observer: McCord, Dan Notes:
Date: 2024-06-29 County: Hamilton Observer: McCord, Dan Notes:
Date: 2020-09-15 County: Hamilton Observer: McCord, Dan Notes: Adult
Date: 2019-09-30 County: Hamilton Observer: McCord, Dan Notes: Adult
Date: 2019-09-30 County: Hamilton Observer: McCord, Dan Notes: Adult

Photo Credits

Perimede ricina courtesy of Brain Lowry.