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 Red Underwing, Catocala nupta
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Catocalinae is a subfamily of moth family Noctuidae (or alternatively, family Erebidae). Many of the species are large (7 to 10 cm, 3 to 4 inches) compared to other noctuids in temperate zones, and have brightly colored backwings.
The closely related Ophiderinae and Calpinae are sometimes merged into this group.
Genera
The Catocalinae genera are usually assigned to the tribes Tytini, Armadini and Erebini, which have a fairly small number of genera, and the much larger Catocalini. Nonwithstanding, a high proportion of genera is not at present assigned to a specific tribe as their relationships require further study. These genera incertae sedis are:
External links
- Catocalinae classification and pictures
- Photo gallery of Catocalinae
- Lepidoptera and some other life forms: Catocalinae. Retrieved 2006-JAN-11.
