Arcobara
Walker, [1863]
Species Guides
1Arcobara is a of in the Geometridae, Sterrhinae, described by Francis Walker in 1863. The genus contains of small to medium-sized geometrid moths, commonly known as waves or carpet moths. Members of this genus are distributed primarily in the Old World tropics and subtropics. The genus is taxonomically stable and accepted in major catalogues.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Arcobara: /ˌɑrkoʊˈbɑːrə/
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Distribution
Old World tropics and subtropics, with records from regions including Asia and possibly Africa; precise range boundaries require verification at level.
Similar Taxa
- ScopulaBoth are Sterrhinae with similar wing patterns; Scopula is much larger and more diverse, requiring genitalia examination or detailed wing venation analysis for separation.
- IdaeaSterrhinae with overlapping size range; Idaea often have more angular wing margins and different forewing pattern elements.
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Taxonomic history
The name Arcobara has been occasionally confused with the unrelated Dacian toponym Arcobara/Arcobadara, an ancient settlement mentioned by Ptolemy. These are entirely separate entities with no biological connection.