Tantassa

Tantassa is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae. The genus was first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. Moths in this genus are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

The larval stage of tantassa moths, like other moths, is a caterpillar. These caterpillars feed on various plants, and their specific host plants can vary depending on the species within the tantassa genus. The adult moths generally have a wingspan ranging from a few centimeters to several centimeters. Their coloration and patterns are diverse, often serving as camouflage or for species recognition.

Species within the tantassa genus are distributed across a range of habitats, including forests and grasslands. Further research is ongoing to fully understand the taxonomy, life cycles, and ecological roles of the different tantassa species. Information on specific species, such as Tantassa contigua or Tantassa phaeodonta, can be found in specialized entomological literature.