Iekoti

Iekoti is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae. The genus was first described by Frederic Moore in 1877. Iekoti moths are found in Asia and Africa. They are typically nocturnal and feed on nectar from flowers. The larvae of Iekoti moths are known to feed on various plants, including species of Dipterocarpus.

The genus Iekoti contains several species, though taxonomic classifications can vary. Some commonly recognized species include Iekoti flammans, Iekoti quadrata, and Iekoti rubriborealis. These moths often exhibit cryptic coloration, which aids in their camouflage against their natural backgrounds. The wing patterns and coloration can vary significantly between species, contributing to their distinctiveness.

Research into Iekoti moths often focuses on their ecological roles, including their contribution to pollination and their position in the food web. Their life cycle, like that of most moths, involves complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. The specific host plants for their larval stages are important for understanding their distribution and habitat requirements. Further study is ongoing to fully document the biodiversity and ecological significance of this genus.