The Larva and Pupa of Lytrosis Permagnaria Pack (Geometridae)

Creator(s)

David L. Wagner, University of Connecticut
Eric W. Hossler, University of Connecticut
Fred E. Hossler, East Tennessee State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-30-2003

Description

Larvae of Lytrosis permagnaria were reared to maturity on red oak (Quercus rubra). The larva and pupa of this rare eastern geometrid are described and illustrated. Diagnoses and photographic images of late instar larvae are provided for three members of the genus: Lytrosis permagnaria, L. sinuosa, and L. unitaria.

Citation Information

Wagner, David L.; Hossler, Eric W.; and Hossler, Fred E.. 2003. The Larva and Pupa of Lytrosis Permagnaria Pack (Geometridae). Journal of the Lepidopterists' Society. Vol.57(2). 107-112. ISSN: 0024-0966