Morpheis

Hübner, 1820

Species Guides

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Morpheis is a of carpenter moths in the Cossidae, established by Hübner in 1820. The genus contains twelve described distributed primarily in the Neotropical region. Members are medium to large-sized with relatively broad wings. The genus is characterized by specific wing venation patterns and genitalic structures that distinguish it from related cossid genera.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Morpheis: /ˈmɔrfɛɪɪs/

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Distribution

Neotropical region, with records from Central and South America including Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Peru, and Argentina.

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