Phoberia

Phoberia

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phoberia: /foʊˈbɪəriə/

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Images

Erebinae- Phoberia ingenua (Western Oak Moth) by Kristof Zyskowski & Yulia Bereshpolova. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
Phoberia atomaris P1580033a by xpda. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
Phoberia atomaris P1570726a by xpda. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
Phoberia atomaris P1580033a by xpda. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.
- 8591 – Phoberia atomaris – Common Oak Moth (17082063132) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
- 8591 – Phoberia atomaris – Common Oak Moth (17081974272) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Summary

Phoberia is a genus of moths within the family Erebidae, first described by Jacob Hübner in 1818. It includes at least two known species, one of which is the common oak moth.

Physical Characteristics

The antennae of male Phoberia species are notable for their microscopic differences, which can help in species identification. Characteristic features vary between species, particularly in males.

Identification Tips

Microscopic examination of male antennae can help distinguish between the two most commonly encountered species in this genus.

Similar Taxa

  • Lyssia

Tags

  • Phoberia
  • Erebidae
  • moths