Processionary Caterpillars: Ochrogaster lunifer , A Cryptic Species Complex

CABI eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Juliane Farrell, Kai Hart, Nicole McMullen, Mizuki Uemura, Lynda E. Perkins, Andrew Allan Walker, Lyn G. Cook, Andrea Battisti, Myron Philip Zalucki
DOI: 10.1079/9781800627680.0029
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Abstract

As is the case with most widespread moth species, research on Ochrogaster lunifer has been localized, sporadic and piecemeal. The weight of evidence summarized here points to Ochrogaster lunifer being a species complex. Since the species is of medical and veterinary importance, it is likely that systematic research efforts will continue and the species’ limits will be resolved as this will help sort out the ecology and inform management. We can only speculate how many cryptic species complexes await discovery in Australia’s rich moth fauna.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Lepidoptera: Biology and Taxonomy Entomological Studies and Ecology Hymenoptera taxonomy and phylogeny

Publication details

Journal / source
CABI eBooks
Pages
418–432
Publication date
23 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter