Genus Amorpha

Hübner, 1809

Etymology

Amorpha: Greek word meaning “shapeless“ or “deformed;“ likely refers to the odd position of the odd position of moth's wing while at rest.

Pronunciation

Ah-MOR-fuh

Overview

Amorpha is a monotypic genus of moths that contains only one member: Walnut Sphinx (Amorpha juglandis).

Photo Credits

Image courtesy of Mark Blassage.