Xylenini
Xylenini
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Lepidoptera
- Superfamily: Noctuoidea
- Family: Noctuidae
- Subfamily: Noctuinae
- Tribe: Xylenini
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Xylenini: /zɪˈlɛ.nɪ.naɪ/
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Summary
Xylenini is a mid-sized tribe of moths within the subfamily Hadeninae. There is some classification dispute regarding their placement among related subfamilies.
Physical Characteristics
Very large digitus often partially or completely fused to the apical part of the valve in male genitalia. In the subtribe Antitypina, there is a short ampulla on the clasper not extending over the costal margin of the valve.
Identification Tips
Look for the large digitus in male genitalia which is a prominent character of the tribe.
Evolution
The tribe Xylenini has undergone several classification changes; originally placed in Cuculliinae, then Hadeninae, and most recently Xyleninae.
Similar Taxa
- Cuculliinae
- Hadeninae
- Xyleninae
Misconceptions
Some resources mistakenly classify the genera of Xylenini under Cuculliinae or as a distinct subfamily Xyleninae.
Tags
- Xylenini
- moths
- Noctuoidea
- Hadeninae
- Lepidoptera