Stiriini
Grote, 1882
owlet moths (tribe)
Stiriini is a tribe of in the , containing approximately 16 and over 90 described . The tribe underwent significant taxonomic revision in 2019 when phylogenetic research revealed it was polyphyletic, resulting in the elevation of former subtribes Grotellinae and Stiriinae to rank. Stiriini is now placed within the subfamily Stiriinae and comprises primarily the former subtribe Stiriina plus additional genera. Members of this tribe occur in North America, with some representation in Central America and the Caribbean.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stiriini: /ˈstɪ.ri.aɪ.naɪ/
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Distribution
North America, with lesser representation in Central America and the Caribbean.
Behavior
Some members, such as Annaphila astrologa, have been observed flying during daylight hours, which is atypical for most .
Similar Taxa
- GrotellinaeFormerly a subtribe of Stiriini, elevated to rank in 2019 based on phylogenetic evidence
- MetoponiinaeOne of three to which former Stiriini diversity was reassigned in 2019 revision