Euchlaena pectinaria
(Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775)
Deep Yellow Euchlaena Moth
Euchlaena pectinaria is a North American in the Geometridae, commonly known as the Deep Yellow Euchlaena Moth. It is attracted to artificial light sources and has been documented in deciduous forest . The was originally described in 1775 and is currently accepted under this name.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Euchlaena pectinaria: //juːˈkleɪ.nə pɛkˈtɪ.nəˌri.ə//
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Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from Vermont, USA, and observed in Illinois (Giant City State Park).
Similar Taxa
- Euchlaena sp.Generic Euchlaena specimens may require examination to distinguish from E. pectinaria; the specific epithet pectinaria indicates a described with presumably distinct morphological features.