Antitrisuloides Catocalina Latest News
Recently, scientists have recorded the presence of the rare nocturnal moth species Antitrisuloides catocalina in Choolannur Peafowl Sanctuary in Palakkad district, Kerala.
About Antitrisuloides Catocalina
- It is a nocturnal moth species belonging to genus Antitrisuloides.
- It is found in the Western Ghats for the first time.
- It is part of the Noctuidae family, the genus comprises two known species worldwide.
- The specimen found in Kerala was identified as a species previously reported only from North-East India.
- Its detailed analysis further revealed it to be the subspecies Antitrisuloides catocalina cyclica.
Key Facts about Choolannur Peafowl Sanctuary
- It is affectionately known as Mayiladumpara, a sanctuary dedicated to the majestic peacocks nestled in the lush landscapes of Palakkad district, Kerala.
- It is exclusively set up for breeding and conservation of peacocks, is the only peacock sanctuary in Kerala and the first of its kind in India.
- It was established in 1996, it was dedicated to the memory of the legendary Indian ornithologist and writer Induchoodan, who hailed from the nearby village called Kavassery.
Source: TH
Last updated on November, 2025
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