Perimede: Combines the Greek 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.
erransella: Combines the Latin errans meaning, “wandering” and ella for “small.”
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This map shows the confirmed sightings of the Perimede erransella in Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).
GAIN LP documented in county. |
Documented North American Sightings as of 6/12/2020
Perimede erransella caterpillars feed on a variety of deciduous native trees.
Known Larval Food Sources in Indiana | ||
Family | Taxonomic Name | Common Name |
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Order: Fagales | ||
Fagaceae | Quercus spp. | oaks |
Juglandaceae | Carya spp. | hickories |
Order: Magnoliales | ||
Magnoliaceae | Liriodendron tulipifera | tulip tree |
Order: Pinales | ||
Cupressaceae | Taxodium distichum | bald cypress |
Order: Rosales | ||
Ulmaceae | Ulmus spp. | elms |