It is generally accepted as being a distinct genus.
If it is considered a distinct genus, the name Ereunetes would apply, first published in 1811.
It was recognized as a distinct genus in 2005.
Even if these two do turn out to be distinct genera, they would still be similar in size and appearance.
Most have been moved here from distinct genera, which are now considered junior synonyms.
They may have evolved into a distinct genus there before reaching Madagascar.
Times and again, groups of these moths have been proposed for separation in distinct genera.
Denison, 1978, suggests that the species may be different enough to merit its own distinct genus.
Citriobatus is usually included here, but might be a distinct (though closely related) genus.
They might arguably be awarded a distinct genus, but this is probably unnecessary.
