Hemithea
Duponchel, 1829
emerald moths
Hemithea is a of emerald in the , established in 1829 and comprising approximately 31 . The genus is characterized by green coloration and distinctive patterns. The most widely known species is Hemithea aestivaria (Common Emerald), which has been extensively studied for its coloration mechanism involving the pigment geoverdin.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hemithea: /ˌhɛ.mɪˈθiː.ə/
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Identification
Males distinguished by reaching just beyond the , ciliated , and hind dilated with a fold containing a tuft of long hair. Females have longer palpi. Both sexes show tufts on three abdominal . diagnostic: with 3 from angle of , veins 7-10 stalked and vein 11 free; with angled outer margin at vein 4, veins 3-4 and 6-7 stalked.
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Distribution
occurs across Eurasia from western Europe to East Asia. Records confirmed from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Some to North America.