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Hawaiian Dancing Moth

Dryadaula terpsichorella

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Dryadaulidae ›Genus: Dryadaula

About

Dryadaula terpsichorella, the dancing moth, is a moth of the Tineidae family. It is native to south-eastern Polynesia, Samoa and Fiji, but has also been recorded from Hawaii and more recently from Florida and California. The common name is derived from the characteristic dancelike gyrations it goes through when it alights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hawaiian Dancing Moth?
The scientific name of Hawaiian Dancing Moth is Dryadaula terpsichorella.
What kingdom does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the family Dryadaulidae.
What genus does Hawaiian Dancing Moth belong to?
Hawaiian Dancing Moth belongs to the genus Dryadaula.