Resapamea
Varga & Ronkay, 1992
Resapamea is a of established by Varga & Ronkay in 1992. The genus comprises approximately 14 described distributed across the Holarctic region. Many species were transferred from other genera, particularly Luperina, based on revised morphological and phylogenetic studies. The genus includes both widespread species and geographically restricted in high-altitude and northern .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Resapamea: /ˌrɛsəˈpeɪmiə/
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Distribution
Holarctic distribution with records from North America, Europe, and Asia. Specific distribution varies by : R. passer and R. stipata occur in North America; R. hedeni and R. vaskeni in Europe; R. alticola, R. tibeticola, and R. megaleuca in central Asian high-altitude regions.
Similar Taxa
- LuperinaHistorical confusion; several Resapamea were formerly classified in Luperina. Resapamea was separated based on genitalic characters and larval , though can appear superficially similar.
- NoctuaShared characteristics including stout body and dull coloration; Resapamea generally smaller with more uniform pattern lacking the distinct and typical of many Noctua.