Trilobignophos
Description
| Trilobignophos | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Lepidoptera |
| Family: | Geometridae |
| Genus: | |
Trilobignophos is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae. is a large and diverse group commonly known as geometer moths. Members of this family are characterized by their slender bodies and broad wings, and the larvae are often referred to as inchworms due to their distinctive looping movements.
Within the order Lepidoptera, which includes both moths and butterflies, the family Geometridae is notable for its diversity and ecological significance. The genus Trilobignophos is one of many within this family, which is recognized for the unique locomotion of its caterpillars and the often intricate patterns on the adult moths' wings.
Taxonomic Classification
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Lepidoptera
- Family: Geometridae
- Genus: Trilobignophos
Distribution and Habitat
Specific information regarding the distribution, habitat, and species diversity within the genus Trilobignophos is not detailed in the available sources. However, geometer moths as a group are found worldwide and occupy a wide range of habitats, from forests to grasslands [1]
Significance
Geometer moths, including those in the genus Trilobignophos, play important roles in ecosystems as herbivores and as prey for other animals. Their larvae can be significant defoliators of various plants, making them of interest in both ecological and agricultural contexts.
References
- Pitkin, Brian & Jenkins, Paul (2023). "Search results Family: Geometridae". Butterflies and Moths of the World. Natural History Museum, London. doi:10.5519/s93616qw.