Lymantriini
Lymantriini
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Lepidoptera
- Superfamily: Noctuoidea
- Family: Erebidae
- Subfamily: Lymantriinae
- Tribe: Lymantriini
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lymantriini: /lɪˌmanˈtriːɪnaɪ/
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Summary
Lymantriini is a tribe of moths under the family Erebidae, characterized by unique wing patterns and a wide distribution in tropical and temperate regions.
Physical Characteristics
Dark forewings with zig-zag banding, V-shaped marks, discal spot, and orbicular spot; lack of an areola.
Identification Tips
Look for the distinctive zig-zag or crescent-shaped banding on the forewings.
Habitat
Tropical regions of Afro-Eurasia and parts of North America.
Distribution
Found in both Nearctic and Palearctic zones.
Diet
Polyphagous; feeds on a wide variety of plants.
Life Cycle
Not specified.
Reproduction
Not specified.
Predators
Not specified.
Conservation Status
Not specified.
Ecosystem Role
Not specified.
Economic Impact
Not specified.
Cultural Significance
Not specified.
Health Concerns
Not specified.
Evolution
Originally described as one of two tribes by Douglas C. Ferguson; modified by J.D. Holloway in 2006 who distinguished three new tribes from Lymantriini.
Misconceptions
Sometimes misspelled as Lymantrini.
Tags
- Lymantriini
- moths
- Erebidae
- Lymantria