Ennomini

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Superfamily: Geometroidea
Family: Geometridae
Subfamily: Ennominae
Tribe: Ennomini

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ennomini: /ɛnˈnɔmɪnaɪ/

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Images

Ennomos magnaria (20702358231) by Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Ennomos subsignaria larva 1 by Jacy Lucier. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.

Ennomos magnaria (20507574308) by Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

- 6797 – Ennomos magnaria – Maple Spanworm Moth (15497943936) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Ennomos subsignaria eggs by Arnold T. Drooz. Used under a CC BY 3.0 us license.

2007 08 16 0015crp 02 by Ursus sapien. Used under a CC BY-SA 3.0 license.

Summary

The Ennomini are a tribe of geometer moths known for their large size and subdued color patterns. They are closely related to the Azelinini and Nacophorini tribes and show minimal markings, with a typical wing pattern featuring sections that may vary in color. Some taxonomic rearrangements may occur, potentially merging with related tribes.

Physical Characteristics

Large-bodied, nondescript moths, generally beige to brown in color with minimal markings. Typical wing patterns consist of two or three sections, with one often darker; usually has one conspicuous dark or light spot on each wing, though many lack prominent markings.

Identification Tips

At rest, they typically fold their wings in a manner similar to butterflies, which can aid in distinguishing them from other moths.