Steroma
Andrew V. Z. Brower
- Steroma bega
- Steroma modesta
- Steroma superba
- Steroma [n. sp. 1]
- Steroma [n. sp. 2]
Characteristics
Members of the genus Steroma may be distinguished from the closely-related genus Steremnia by the shape of the costal margin of the hindwing. In Steremnia it is straight, while in Steroma it is rounded and crenulated.
References
Lamas, G. (ed.) 2004 Atlas of Neotropical Lepidoptera. Checklist: Part 4A Hesperioidea - Papiionoidea. Gainesville: Scientific Publishers/Association of Tropical Lepidoptera.
Title Illustrations
| Scientific Name | Steroma modesta |
|---|---|
| Location | Peru: Pampa Hermosa |
| Specimen Condition | Live Specimen |
| Identified By | Hank Brodkin |
| Life Cycle Stage | adults |
| View | ventral |
| Source | Modesta Satyr (Steroma modesta) |
| Source Collection | Neotropical Butterflies |
| Copyright | © 2005 Hank Brodkin |
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- First online 01 November 2006
- Content changed 21 June 2008
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