Larentiinae
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Acasis
Yellow-barred brindle (A. viretata), Olive-and-black carpet (A. viridata)
Acasis is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, established by Philogène Auguste Joseph Duponchel in 1845. The genus contains at least three recognized species, including the well-documented Acasis viretata (Yellow-barred Brindle), which has been the subject of genome sequencing research. Species within this genus are small to medium-sized geometrid moths with distinctive wing patterns. Information on most species remains limited, with detailed biological data available primarily for A. viretata.
Antepirrhoe atrifasciata
Antepirrhoe atrifasciata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. Originally described as Eustroma atrifasciata by Hulst in 1888, the species has since been transferred to the genus Antepirrhoe. Like other members of this genus, it is a relatively small moth with limited published information regarding its biology and distribution.
Antepirrhoe fasciata
A species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae, first described from North America in 1918. The species is recognized under the genus Antepirrhoe, though some sources have historically placed it in the genus Eustroma. It is a member of the diverse carpet moth group within Geometridae.
Anticlea switzeraria
Anticlea switzeraria is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by Wright in 1916. The species is poorly documented in scientific literature, with minimal published information on its biology and ecology. It belongs to a genus of small to medium-sized geometrid moths primarily found in northern regions.
Archirhoe
Archirhoe is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, established by Herbulot in 1951. The genus contains four described species distributed in North America: A. associata, A. indefinata, A. multipunctata, and A. neomexicana. These moths are part of the diverse carpet moth group, though specific ecological and biological details remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Archirhoe associata
Archirhoe associata is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1941. The species is recorded from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 7297. Available records for this species are limited.
Archirhoe indefinata
Archirhoe indefinata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Grossbeck in 1907. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of moths commonly known as carpet moths. The species has been recorded in North America and is recognized in entomological databases by Hodges number 7296. Available documentation remains limited, with few detailed studies of its biology.
Archirhoe neomexicana
New Mexico Carpet Moth
Archirhoe neomexicana is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae, commonly known as the New Mexico Carpet Moth. The species was originally described by George D. Hulst in 1896 under the name Hydriomena neomexicana. It has been recorded across Central America and North America, with 2,802 observations documented on iNaturalist.
Asthenini
Asthenini is a tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Larentiinae, established by Warren in 1893. The tribe has undergone significant taxonomic revision, with its circumscription historically debated; it was notably merged with Eupitheciini by Holloway in 'The Moths of Borneo'. A critical 2002 review by Xue and Scoble recognized 18 core genera, though subsequent research has reinstated some previously excluded genera such as Eois and Minoa. The tribe remains taxonomically fluid, with some genera of uncertain placement.
Cambogia tegularia
Cambogia tegularia is a moth species described by Guenée in 1858. It is currently recognized as a synonym of Eois tegularia, a species within the subfamily Larentiinae of the Geometridae family. The genus Cambogia is no longer accepted as valid in modern taxonomy, with its species reassigned to Eois. This is a tropical geometrid moth found in the Indo-Australian region.
Carptima
Carptima is a monotypic moth genus in the family Geometridae, containing a single species, Carptima hydriomenata. The genus was described by Pearsall in 1906. It is endemic to Arizona, USA. The genus is classified within the subfamily Larentiinae.
Carptima hydriomenata
Carptima hydriomenata is a rare moth and the sole member of its genus. It was first described by Pearsall in 1906 and is known only from Arizona. The species belongs to the family Geometridae, a large group of moths commonly called inchworms or geometer moths due to their larvae's characteristic looping gait. Its restricted range and limited number of observations make it one of the more poorly documented geometrid moths in North America.
Ceratodalia gueneata
Guenée's Carpet Moth
Ceratodalia gueneata is a moth species in the family Geometridae and the sole member of its genus. It is found in western North America, from British Columbia and Alberta south to Colorado and California. The species is commonly known as Guenée's Carpet Moth.
Chesiadini
Chesiadini is a tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Larentiinae, established by Stephens in 1850. The tribe comprises approximately 12 recognized genera distributed primarily in the Holarctic region. Members are small to medium-sized moths with relatively broad wings and often subdued coloration. The tribe includes economically and ecologically significant species such as those in the genus Aplocera.
Cladara
Cladara is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains at least four described species distributed primarily in North America. Members are small to medium-sized geometrid moths, though specific morphological characteristics defining the genus remain poorly documented in available literature.
Coryphista
barberry geometer moth
Coryphista is a monotypic moth genus in the family Geometridae, erected by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains a single species, Coryphista meadii, commonly known as the barberry geometer moth or barberry looper. Some taxonomic authorities consider Coryphista to be a synonym of Rheumaptera. The species is notable as a host for the parasitoid wasp Pimpla sanguinipes.
Costaconvexa
Costaconvexa is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, established by Ramón Agenjo Cecilia in 1949. The genus contains at least three recognized species, including the bent-line carpet (C. centrostrigaria) and the many-lined moth (C. polygrammata). Species within this genus are distributed across parts of Europe and North America.
Digrammia aliciata
Digrammia aliciata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by Cassino in 1928. The genus Digrammia comprises small to medium-sized moths commonly known as granite moths, characterized by their cryptic coloration and wing patterns that often resemble stone or bark surfaces.
Disclisioprocta
Disclisioprocta is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Larentiinae, established by Wallengren in 1861. The genus contains at least three species: D. stellata (type species), D. natalata, and D. edmondsii (transferred from Xanthorhoe in 2023). Species are characterized by distinctive male and female genitalia morphology, including bifid uncus, costal sclerotised band, stout sacculus projection, and plate-like cornutus. Molecular phylogenetic analysis supports the monophyly of the genus, though genetic distances between species are higher than typical for congenerics, suggesting possible undescribed diversity.
Dracunesia parapolita
Dracunesia parapolita is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It belongs to a genus of small, relatively obscure geometrid moths found in certain regions of Asia. The species was described based on morphological characteristics distinguishing it from related taxa within the genus Dracunesia.
Dyspteris abortivaria
Bad-wing Moth, the bad-wing
Dyspteris abortivaria, commonly known as the Bad-wing Moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The common name refers to its distinctive wing morphology, where the hindwings are notably reduced in size compared to the forewings. It is found throughout North America and is one of the more frequently observed geometrid moths, with over 6,000 documented observations.
Dysstroma hewlettaria
Dysstroma hewlettaria is a moth species in the family Geometridae, first described by Wright in 1927. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of carpet moths. The species is known from North America. Like other members of its genus, it is a small to medium-sized moth with cryptic coloration.
Dysstroma pseudimmanata
A species of carpet moth in the family Geometridae, described from Europe in 1929. It belongs to the genus Dysstroma, which contains numerous similar-looking species often distinguished by subtle wing pattern details. The species remains poorly documented in published literature.
Dysstroma suspectata
Dysstroma suspectata is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It is native to North America and was first described by Möschler in 1874. The species includes two recognized subspecies: the nominate D. s. suspectata and D. s. mackieata. It belongs to a genus of carpet moths commonly associated with boreal and temperate habitats.
Dysstroma truncata
Marbled Carpet Moth, Common Marbled Carpet
Dysstroma truncata is a widely distributed moth in the family Geometridae, commonly known as the marbled carpet moth or common marbled carpet. It is very common throughout the Palearctic region and the Near East. The species has been recorded in North America as well. It is sometimes placed in the genus Chloroclysta due to taxonomic uncertainty, though Dysstroma is the currently accepted genus. With over 8,600 observations on iNaturalist, it is among the more frequently documented geometrid moths.
Ecliptopera silaceata
Small Phoenix
Ecliptopera silaceata, known as the Small Phoenix, is a geometrid moth widespread across Europe, Asia, and parts of North America. It is the only representative of its genus in Britain and Ireland. Adults display two main colour forms and exhibit distinctive resting postures. The species is associated with willowherb-rich habitats and typically produces two generations annually in temperate regions.
Enchoria
Enchoria is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains three described species: Enchoria herbicolata, Enchoria lacteata, and Enchoria osculata. These species are found in North America.
Enchoria lacteata
Enchoria lacteata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Packard in 1876. It is native to North America and has been documented across multiple observation platforms. The species belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of carpet moths. Its MONA (Moth Photographers Group) or Hodges number is 7403.
Entephria bradorata
Entephria bradorata is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae. It was elevated to species rank from a subspecies of E. polata in a 1997 revision of Nearctic Entephria. The species is known from North America, with records primarily from northern regions.
Entephria lynda
Entephria lynda is a species of geometrid moth described by Troubridge in 1997. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae within the family Geometridae. The species was established during a revision of Nearctic Entephria species that elevated several former subspecies to species rank and described new taxa. It is one of 11 Nearctic species currently recognized in the genus.
Entephria multivagata
Entephria multivagata is a Nearctic geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae. It was originally described as Scotosia multivagata by Hulst in 1881. The species was revised in 1997, during which Entephria nigrescens was synonymized under it. It is one of 11 Nearctic species in the genus Entephria.
Entephria separata
Entephria separata is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by Troubridge in 1988 and is one of 11 Nearctic species in the genus Entephria. The species is found in North America.
Epirrhoe
Epirrhoe is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, containing approximately 17 described species distributed across the Holarctic region. The genus was established by Jacob Hübner in 1825. Species within this genus are generally small to medium-sized geometrid moths, many with characteristic wing patterns featuring contrasting dark and light markings. The Small Argent and Sable (Epirrhoe tristata) is among the better-known species, with a published chromosomally complete genome assembly.
Epirrhoe alternata
Common Carpet Moth, White-banded Toothed Carpet
A small to medium-sized geometrid moth with distinctive banded wing patterns. The species exhibits broad geographic distribution across the Palearctic, Near East, and North America. Adults are active primarily in spring and early summer. The species is well-documented with over 27,000 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is frequently encountered and relatively conspicuous.
Epirrhoe plebeculata
Orange-winged Carpet
Epirrhoe plebeculata, commonly known as the Orange-winged Carpet, is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It is distributed across North America, with confirmed records in Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. The species was first described by Guenée in 1858 and is recognized by MONA/Hodges number 7395. Two subspecies are recognized: E. p. plebeculata and E. p. vivida.
Epirrhoe sperryi
Sperry's Argent & Sable, small argent and sable
Epirrhoe sperryi is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae, found in North America. The species is known from the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. It belongs to a genus characterized by black-and-white patterned forewings, though specific diagnostic features for this species remain poorly documented in published literature.
Ersephila
Ersephila is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896 and contains two described species: Ersephila grandipennis and Ersephila indistincta. The genus is recognized as valid across major taxonomic databases.
Ersephila indistincta
Ersephila indistincta is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by Hulst in 1898. The species is recorded from North America and is assigned Hodges number 7279. Available information is limited, with only 15 observations documented on iNaturalist.
Eubaphe
Eubaphe is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae, erected by Jacob Hübner in 1823. The genus contains approximately ten described species distributed primarily in North America. Species within this genus are generally small to medium-sized geometrid moths. The genus has been documented through substantial observation records, indicating it is relatively well-represented in collections and citizen science data.
Eubaphe medea
Eubaphe medea is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Druce in 1885. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of moths commonly known as carpet moths or pug moths. The species occurs in both Central and North America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7440.1.
Eudulini
Eudulini is a tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Larentiinae. The tribe contains at least three genera: Eubaphe, Eudule, and Eudulophasia. These moths are part of a diverse group of Larentiinae, which are predominantly found in temperate and tropical regions. The tribe has been documented through thousands of observations, indicating substantial field presence.
Eulithis
grapevine loopers, spinach moths, chevron moths
Eulithis is a Holarctic genus of geometrid moths in the tribe Cidariini, established by Jacob Hübner in 1821. The genus contains approximately 25 described species distributed across the Northern Hemisphere. Several species are notable for their distinctive wing patterns, including chevron markings, and some have acquired common names reflecting their larval host plants or wing patterns, such as the grapevine loopers and spinach moths.
Eulithis explanata
White Eulithis Moth
Eulithis explanata, commonly known as the white eulithis, is a geometrid moth species in the subfamily Larentiinae. It is found across North America, with documented records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7206.
Eulithis luteolata
Eulithis luteolata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of carpet moths. The species is recorded from North America. Its Hodges number is 7198.
Eulithis mellinata
The Spinach
Eulithis mellinata, commonly known as The Spinach, is a moth in the family Geometridae. Its distribution across the Palearctic and Nearctic regions is patchy and locally restricted due to dependence on a specialized larval food plant. The species is fairly common in England and Wales but rare in Scotland and Ireland. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light.
Eulithis molliculata
Dimorphic Eulithis Moth, dimorphic eulithis
Eulithis molliculata, commonly known as the Dimorphic Eulithis Moth, is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Larentiinae. The species is found throughout North America. Its larvae feed on common ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius), a native shrub. The common name 'dimorphic' refers to distinct color variations in adult specimens.
Eulithis xylina
Northwestern Phoenix Moth
Eulithis xylina is a geometrid moth native to North America, commonly known as the northwestern phoenix moth. The species is assigned Hodges number 7207 in the North American Moth Photographers Group system. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a diverse group of carpet moths. The species was originally described as Neolexia xylina by George D. Hulst in 1896.
Eupithecia acutipennis
Eupithecia acutipennis is a small geometrid moth first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1898. It is endemic to California and belongs to the diverse 'pug' moth genus Eupithecia, characterized by narrow wings and a distinctive resting posture. Adults are active during fall, winter, and early spring, with flight records spanning October through April. The species is one of many Eupithecia found in western North America.
Eupithecia affinata
Pug moth
Eupithecia affinata is a small geometrid moth first described by Pearsall in 1908. The species belongs to the genus Eupithecia, commonly known as "pugs," characterized by narrow wings and a distinctive resting posture. It has been documented visiting apple flowers at night, contributing to nocturnal pollination services in agricultural settings. The species is distributed across eastern and southwestern North America.
Eupithecia agnesata
pug moth
Eupithecia agnesata is a small geometrid moth described by Taylor in 1908. It occurs in western North America from California through Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming to British Columbia. Adults are active from April to September and have been observed visiting apple flowers, contributing to nocturnal pollination services.