Melanolophiini
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Melanolophiini is a tribe of geometrid moths within the Ennominae. Members of this tribe are primarily distributed in the Nearctic and Neotropical regions. The group contains several , including the type genus Melanolophia. These are generally small to medium-sized with relatively subdued coloration compared to some other geometrid groups.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melanolophiini: /ˌmɛlənəʊˌlɒfiˈaɪnaɪ/
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Distribution
Nearctic and Neotropical regions, with primary diversity in North America and extending into Central and South America.
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Systematic position
Melanolophiini was established as a distinct tribe within Ennominae based on morphological and molecular evidence, separating it from related groups such as Boarmiini and Bistonini. The tribal classification within Ennominae remains under active revision.
Included genera
The tribe includes Melanolophia (type ), and possibly other associated genera, though precise generic composition varies between classifications.