Euproctis
Euproctis
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Lepidoptera
- Superfamily: Noctuoidea
- Family: Erebidae
- Subfamily: Lymantriinae
- Tribe: Leucomini
- Genus: Euproctis
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Euproctis: //juːˈprɒktɪs//
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Summary
Euproctis is a genus of tussock moths within the family Erebidae, described by Jacob Hübner in 1819. It is widespread and has a complex phylogenetic background that requires further taxonomic clarification.
Physical Characteristics
Palpi obliquely porrect, reaching beyond the frons. Antennae bipectinated in both sexes. Male antennae have long branches each with a spine. Mid tibia has one pair of long spurs and hind tibia has two pairs. Females possess a large anal tuft. Forewings with specific vein arrangements: veins 3, 4, and 5 emanating from near the angle of the cell and veins 6, 7 to 10 stalked. Hindwings also feature stalked veins.
Identification Tips
Look for bipectinated antennae in males and the large anal tuft in females. The specific vein arrangement in forewings and hindwings can assist in identification.
Distribution
Cosmopolitan; widespread throughout the Palearctic, African, Oriental, and Australian regions.
Evolution
The genus appears to be paraphyletic, containing multiple unrelated lineages, necessitating a taxonomic revision.
Similar Taxa
- Kidokuga
- Sphrageidus
Tags
- tussock moths
- Erebidae
- Lepidoptera
- taxonomy
- cosmopolitan