Drepaninae

Hooktip Moths

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Drepana(hook-tip moths)
Eudeilinia
Oreta

Drepaninae is the largest of Drepanidae , commonly known as hooktip moths. The subfamily is traditionally divided into two tribes, Drepanini and Oretini, though its internal and remain unresolved. The group exhibits considerable morphological diversity, with many displaying cryptic coloration that provides camouflage against bark and wood surfaces. Species identification frequently requires examination of genitalia due to external similarities between closely related .

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Distribution

Drepaninae has a broad distribution centered in the Indo-Chinese subregion of the Oriental region, where the Drepanidae reaches its greatest diversity. The occurs across Asia, with records from China (including Xizang/Tibet), India, and the Philippines. Some are absent from South India, Ceylon, and the Malay Peninsula.

Similar Taxa

ThyatirinaeBoth were formerly classified within Drepanidae and share superficial similarities in wing shape; Thyatirinae (false owlet moths) have been moved to Noctuidae but were historically confused with Drepaninae
GeometridaeSome Ditrigona were incorrectly placed in Geometridae prior to taxonomic revision; both groups include species with slender bodies and broad wings that can appear similar at rest