Microtia is a monophyletic genus of butterflies from southern United States and Central America in the family Nymphalidae. It contains the single species Microtia elva, the elf. Larvae of this species feed on Tetramerium and other species in the family Acanthaceae.

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Microtia elva is considered a tree pest because it has a habit of feeding on the foliage, bark, or wood of trees, causing damage to the tree's health and potentially leading to its decline or death.

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Microtia elva can be considered garden pests because they have a tendency to feed on plants commonly found in gardens, causing damage to the foliage and potentially impacting the overall health and appearance of the garden plants.

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Microtia elva can be considered crop pests because they have the potential to feed on various crops, causing damage to the plants and reducing crop yields, which can result in economic losses for farmers.

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Microtia elva is considered a pest because it has a habit of feeding on trees, gardens, and crops, causing damage to the plants and potentially leading to economic losses for farmers.

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