terephatás

Terephatás is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae. The genus was first described by Charles Oberthür in 1908. Terephatás moths are found in Asia.

The genus currently contains only one described species, Terephatás cretacea. This species is known from the Himalayas. Further research is needed to fully understand the distribution and biology of Terephatás cretacea and to determine if other species belong to this genus.

The larval stages and host plants of Terephatás moths are not well-documented. Like other geometrid moths, it is presumed that the larvae are caterpillars that feed on plant material. The adult moths are likely nocturnal or crepuscular, as is typical for many members of the Geometridae family. Their wingspan and specific morphological characteristics are subjects for further entomological study. The classification within Geometridae suggests they are "inchworms" or "loopers" in their larval phase due to their unique mode of locomotion. Information regarding their life cycle, mating habits, and ecological role remains limited. The current understanding of Terephatás is primarily based on its taxonomic placement and the description of its single known species.