Mazaeras francki

Mazaeras francki is a species moth of the family Erebidae [1] It was first formally described by the American entymologist William Schaus in 1896. It is found in Brazil.^[1] Members of the genus Mazaeras are generally characterized by their vibrant coloration and patterns, typical of many Arctiinae moths, although detailed morphological descriptions specific to M. francki are limited in available literature.

This species is known to occur in Brazil, contributing to the country's rich diversity of Arctiinae moths. Brazil hosts a significant number of species within this subfamily, with approximately 1,400 Arctiinae species recorded nationally [2] The presence of Mazaeras francki in Brazil aligns with the broader distribution of the genus Mazaeras, which is primarily found in the Neotropical region.

While detailed habitat preferences for Mazaeras francki have not been extensively documented, Arctiinae moths in Brazil typically inhabit a variety of ecosystems, ranging from forests to savanna-like environments, such as the Cerrado biome [3]

The genus Mazaeras was established by Francis Walker in 1855 and contains several species, including Mazaeras conferta, Mazaeras janeira, and Mazaeras magnifica, among others5. Mazaeras francki is one of the recognized species within this genus [4]

• Pitkin, Brian & Jenkins, Paul. "Search results Family: Arctiidae". Butterflies and Moths of the World. Natural History Museum, London.