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Orange Wing

Mellilla xanthometata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Geometridae ›Genus: Mellilla

About

Mellilla is a monotypic moth genus in the family Geometridae erected by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1873. Its only species, Mellilla xanthometata, the orangewing moth, was first described by Francis Walker in 1862. It is found in most of eastern North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Orange Wing?
The scientific name of Orange Wing is Mellilla xanthometata.
What kingdom does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the family Geometridae.
What genus does Orange Wing belong to?
Orange Wing belongs to the genus Mellilla.