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VOL. 10, ISSUE 5 (2025)
First report of seven moth species (Lepidoptera: Heterocera) from Kerala: A survey from Ranipuram, Kasaragod, Kerala, India
Authors
Dr. Swafvan K, Dr. Rashiba
Abstract
Moths play a vital role in ecosystems as pollinators, decomposers, and
prey species; however, they remain underrepresented in biodiversity
assessments, particularly in regions characterized by complex agroecosystems
such as northern Kerala, India. This study presents the first records of seven
moth species from the state: Zeiraphera griseana (Hübner, [1799]), Toccolosida
ganeshgudiensis N. Singh, Kirti & Ranjan, 2020, Tingena ombrodella
(Hudson, 1950), Pyla hanhamella Dyar, 1904, Herpetogramma semilaniata
Hampson, 1895 [8], Antiblemma alcinoe Druce, 1890, and Adiopa
sp. Schaus, 1940. Specimens were collected from forest ecosystems in Ranipuram,
Kasaragod District, Kerala, India, during surveys conducted between February
and March 2024. These records extend the known geographic distribution of the
species and provide additional insights into their morphological features and
ecological associations. The findings contribute significantly to the growing
documentation of Kerala’s lepidopteran fauna and underscore the ecological
importance of forest habitats in sustaining diverse moth populations.
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Pages:128-132
How to cite this article:
Dr. Swafvan K, Dr. Rashiba "First report of seven moth species (<i>Lepidoptera</i>: <i>Heterocera</i>) from Kerala: A survey from Ranipuram, Kasaragod, Kerala, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 5, 2025, Pages 128-132
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