Prodeniini

Prodeniini is a tribe of within the . The tribe includes economically significant agricultural pests, most notably the () and related Spodoptera . Members of this tribe are characterized by their bodies, strong capabilities, and often feeding habits. Many species have broad distributions and are capable of long-distance .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Prodeniini: /proʊˈdɛniˌaɪni/

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Human Relevance

Certain within Prodeniini, particularly Spodoptera, contain of major agricultural importance. The () is a destructive pest of maize, rice, sorghum, and other across the Americas and has recently expanded its range to Africa and Asia. The () and () similarly cause significant crop damage in various regions.

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Notable genera

The Spodoptera is the most economically significant within Prodeniini, containing numerous agricultural . Other genera include Prodenia (now largely synonymized with Spodoptera in modern ) and related .

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