Calledapteryx

Grote, 1868

scoopwing moths

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Calledapteryx dryopterata(Brown Scoopwing)

Calledapteryx is a of scoopwing moths in the Uraniidae, containing only the Calledapteryx dryopterata. The genus was established by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1868. Some taxonomic authorities treat Calledapteryx as a synonym of Epiplema.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Calledapteryx: //ˌkælɪˈdæptərɪks//

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Identification

Members of this possess the characteristic scoopwing : hindwings with a distinct notched or scoop-like margin. The single C. dryopterata is known as the brown scoopwing .

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Distribution

Eastern North America. Specific locality records include Vermont, United States.

Similar Taxa

EpiplemaCalledapteryx is treated as a synonym of Epiplema in some taxonomic databases including GBIF and Catalogue of Life, indicating close morphological and phylogenetic relationship.

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Taxonomic Status

Calledapteryx has an ambiguous taxonomic status. NCBI and iNaturalist recognize it as a valid , while GBIF and Catalogue of Life list it as a synonym of Epiplema. The genus is , containing only C. dryopterata.