Genus Lapara

(Walker, 1856)

Etymology

Lapara: The Greek lapara means “flank” or “loin.”

Pronunciation

el-uh-kis-tuh

Overview

Lapara is a small genus of just four moths within the tribe Sphingini. All species of Lapara can be found in North America, but two species, L. hailcarnie and L. phaeobrachycerous are restricted to the panhandle region of the United States.

Distribution of Genus Lapara
Taxonomic Level	Worldwide	North America	Midwestern USA	Indiana
Species	4	4	2	2

Documented Occurrences

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

Photo Credits

Lapara courtesy of Brian Lowry.