Nematocampa
Guenée, [1858]
Species Guides
3- Nematocampa baggettaria(Baggett's spanworm moth)
- Nematocampa brehmeata
- Nematocampa resistaria(Horned Spanworm Moth)
Nematocampa is a of geometrid moths in the Ennominae. The genus contains approximately 16 described distributed primarily in North America, with some species extending into Central America. are generally small to medium-sized with relatively plain coloration, often in shades of brown, gray, or straw-yellow. The genus was revised taxonomically by Ferguson in 1998 for North American species.
Pronunciation
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Identification
in Nematocampa can be challenging to distinguish without close examination of genitalia. typically show subtle wing pattern variations including faint transverse lines and sometimes a distinct discal spot. The is characterized by features of the male genitalia, including the structure of the valvae and . Larvae of at least some species possess distinctive filamentous projections, which may aid in identification.
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Distribution
Primarily North America, with records from the United States (including Vermont) and Canada. Some occur in Central America. Distribution records are sparse for many species.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ennominae generaSimilar wing shape and pattern; distinguished by genitalia characters and larval
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Taxonomic revision
Ferguson (1998) provided a comprehensive revision of Nematocampa occurring in the United States and Canada, clarifying species boundaries and describing one new species (N. baggettaria)