Phosphilini

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Phosphilini is a tribe of within the Noctuidae. Members are classified under the order Lepidoptera. The tribe contains multiple of noctuid moths.

- 9619 – Phosphila miselioides – Spotted Phosphila Moth (44022507774) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.Turbulent Phosphila - Phosphila turbulenta, Julie Metz Wetlands, Woodbridge, Virginia, September 23, 2022 (52484746364) by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.Turbulent Phosphila - Phosphila turbulenta, Julie Metz Wetlands, Woodbridge, Virginia, September 23, 2022 (52686995784) by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

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How to pronounce Phosphilini: /foʊsˈfɪlɪnaɪ/

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Taxonomic note

Phosphilini is a tribe within the large Noctuidae (owlet moths). The tribal classification within Noctuidae has undergone significant revision, and some authorities may treat this group differently.

Observation data

The tribe has been documented in 11,511 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is a moderately well-observed group among noctuid .

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