Genus Eumorpha

Hübner, 1807

Etymology

Eumorpha: Combines the Greek words eu meaning “good” and morpha meaning “shape” or “form.”

Pronunciation

Yoo-MOR-fuh

Overview

Eumorpa is a New World genus of moths that has over two dozen species throughout the Americas. There are ten species that occur in North America, eight in the United States, and three have been documented in Indiana.

Documented Occurrences

This map shows the confirmed sightings of the genus Eumorpha Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).