Tarache bilimeki

(Felder & Rogenhofer, 1874)

Tarache bilimeki is a of in the Noctuidae, commonly known as the bird dropping moths. It was described by Felder and Rogenhofer in 1874. The species is classified within the Acontiinae and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9157. The Tarache includes species that often exhibit cryptic coloration resembling bird droppings, a form of protective mimicry.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tarache bilimeki: /ˈtæɹəˌki bɪˈliːməki/

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Taxonomic Notes

The was originally described as Acontia bilimeki by Felder & Rogenhofer in 1874 and has since been transferred to the Tarache. GBIF lists this name as a synonym under Acontia bilimeki, while Catalogue of Life and iNaturalist recognize Tarache bilimeki as the accepted name.

MONA/Hodges Number

9157

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