puteillus

Puteillus is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae. The genus was first described by Francis Walker in 1861. Moths in this genus are found in Australia.

The larvae of puteillus species are known to feed on various plants. For instance, Puteillus ephippiata has been observed to feed on the leaves of Eucalyptus species. The life cycle typically involves an egg stage, larval development, pupation, and adult emergence.

Adult moths of the genus puteillus are generally characterized by their wing patterns and coloration. Specific details vary among species. For example, Puteillus ephippiata exhibits a distinctive wing pattern with shades of brown and grey, often with wavy lines or markings.

The genus puteillus is part of the larger family Geometridae, which is one of the largest families of moths. Geometridae moths are commonly known as inchworms or spanworms due to the peculiar way their larvae move, appearing to measure or "meter" the ground. The adult moths are often cryptically colored, aiding in camouflage.

Further research into the genus puteillus and its constituent species continues to expand our understanding of their ecology, behavior, and evolutionary relationships within the Geometridae family.