Oxydia

Guenée, 1857

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Oxydia is a of geometrid moths in the Geometridae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1857. in this genus are distributed across the Americas, with several species recognized as forest pests of economic importance. The genus includes defoliator species that attack conifers, eucalyptus, and other woody plants. Larvae are commonly known as loopers or measuring worms due to their characteristic looping gait.

Oxydia vesulia by (c) geosesarma, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by geosesarma. Used under a CC-BY license.Oxydia cubana by no rights reserved, uploaded by Andreas Manz. Used under a CC0 license.Oxydia coctura by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Oxydia: /ɒkˈsɪdiə/

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Habitat

occur in forested environments including conifer plantations, eucalyptus plantations, and mixed forest stands. Several species have adapted to anthropogenic such as commercial timber plantations.

Distribution

Americas: Brazil, Colombia, and other Neotropical regions. Specific distribution varies by .

Ecological Role

Some serve as secondary pests in commercial forestry, causing defoliation and economic damage to timber plantations. Multiple species in this are for including Tetrastichus howardi, Trichogramma beckeri, and Telenomus alsophilae, making them important for research.

Human Relevance

Several Oxydia are significant forest pests. Oxydia vesulia is a secondary pest of eucalyptus plantations in Brazil, causing and economic damage. Oxydia trychiata is a major pest of conifers in Colombia, with documented outbreaks affecting Pinus patula plantations. These species have been studied extensively for and programs.

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