Scientific name Dysphania Higher classification Geometer moth Order Butterflies and moths | Family Geometridae Tribe Dysphaniini Rank Genus | |
Similar Dysphania militaris, Geometer moth, Insect, Butterflies and moths, Dysphania sagana | ||
Dysphania is a genus of colourful moths in the family Geometridae. With a typical wingspan of 5–8.5 centimetres (2.0–3.3 in), they are relatively large compared to most members of this family. Most Dysphania are day flying, but there are also nocturnal species. They are found in northeast Australia, Melanesia, and south, east and southeast Asia.
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