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Cratoneura is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae. The genus was first described by George Hampson in 1926. Cratoneura moths are known to be nocturnal and are found in Southeast Asia. There are currently seven known species within the genus.

The Cratoneura genus is part of the subfamily Erebinae, which is a large group of moths that are often related to the genera Euphoriana, Cyana, and Mniotype. The taxonomy of Cratoneura is well established, although the classification of the subfamily Erebinae is still a subject of ongoing study.

Cratoneura moths are characterized by their medium to dark brown color, with various patterns of white or gray markings. The wingspan of Cratoneura moths ranges from 12 to 16 millimeters. They have two tails, or non-functional tails, on the hindwings which they do not use for flight but are thought to potentially aid in courtship or other behaviors.

These moths are found in forested areas with dense vegetation, and the larvae of the species are likely to be found feeding on various types of plant material. The final stage of the life cycle, or pupa, likely occurs below ground. Unfortunately, much of the biology and life cycle of Cratoneura moths remains unknown, largely due to the remote and relatively inaccessible habitats in which they are found.