Nepterotaea

McDunnough, 1920

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Nepterotaea is a of in the Geometridae, Ennominae, established by McDunnough in 1920. The genus contains at least two recognized : N. diagonalis and N. furva. As geometrid moths, members are likely characterized by slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family. The genus appears to be relatively poorly documented in scientific literature.

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Nepterotaea dorotheata by (c) jimeckert49, some rights reserved (CC BY). Used under a CC-BY license.

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How to pronounce Nepterotaea: /nɛptəroʊˈtiːə/

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Identification

Without -level examination, distinguishing Nepterotaea from other Ennominae requires reference to original descriptions by McDunnough. Specific diagnostic characters for the genus are not readily available in general sources.

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Taxonomic authority

Established by James Halliday McDunnough in 1920.

Species count

Two are formally listed: Nepterotaea diagonalis and Nepterotaea furva.