Chabula
Moore, 1886
Chabula is a of in the Crambidae, Pyraustinae. The genus was established by Moore in 1886 and contains at least two described : Chabula acamasalis (described by Walker in 1859) and Chabula vedonalis (described by Swinhoe in 1894). These moths belong to the diverse group, characterized by their elongated labial .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chabula: /ˈka.bu.la/
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Distribution
in this have been recorded from regions including India and Southeast Asia. Chabula acamasalis is known from India, while Chabula vedonalis has been recorded from Myanmar.
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Taxonomic placement
Chabula is classified within the Pyraustinae of Crambidae. The was originally described by Frederic Moore in 1886.
Species diversity
Only two are currently recognized in this : Chabula acamasalis and Chabula vedonalis. Additional species may remain undescribed or have been synonymized.