Lophocampa propinqua

Taxonomy

Edwards described Lophocampa propinqua as a variation of Lophocampa caryae based on a single male from Mexico. The taxon propinqua was placed by Watson and Goodger as a valid species in the genus Lophocampa. The different forewing pattern, in particular the interrupted medial band, the narrower uncus and the longer valvae of the male genitalia justify this placement as a species distinct from the North American Lophocampa caryae.