Trichopteryx

Hübner, [1825]

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Trichopteryx is a of in the Geometridae, established by German entomologist Jacob Hübner in 1825. The genus belongs to the Larentiinae and includes commonly known as carpet moths or related geometrid forms. Species within this genus are primarily found in the Palearctic region. The genus name is also shared with a plant genus in the grass family (Poaceae), creating a homonym situation across kingdoms.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Trichopteryx: //tɹɪˈkɒptəɹɪks//

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Distribution

Primarily Palearctic, with distributed across Europe and Asia.

Similar Taxa

  • Trichopteryx (Poaceae)Homonym: shared name with a grass genus in Poaceae; the genus was established earlier (1825) than the plant genus.

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