Amphipyrini

Guenée, 1837

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Amphipyrini is a tribe of within the Amphipyrinae ( Noctuidae). The tribe was established by Guenée in 1837 and contains numerous of medium-sized noctuoid moths. Members are classified within the diverse noctuid fauna, though precise tribal boundaries and included genera have undergone revision. The tribe is represented by substantial observation records, suggesting widespread occurrence.

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How to pronounce Amphipyrini: /ˌæmfɪˈpaɪrɪnaɪ/

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Taxonomic Status

The tribe Amphipyrini is currently accepted in the Catalogue of Life and represented on iNaturalist with over 46,000 observations, indicating substantial documentation. The tribe is positioned within Amphipyrinae, one of several in the megadiverse Noctuidae.

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