Pero radiosaria

(Hulst, 1886)

Pero radiosaria is a geometrid described by George Duryea Hulst in 1886. It occurs in southwestern North America, ranging from southern California to Texas. have a wingspan of 28–36 mm and have been recorded on year-round. The feed specifically on Clematis drummondii.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pero radiosaria: /ˈpɛroʊ ˌreɪdiˈoʊsəriə/

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Identification

Distinguished from other Pero by geographic range and association with Clematis drummondii as a larval . The MONA/Hodges number 6749 provides a standardized reference for North American identification.

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Appearance

have a wingspan of 28–36 mm. Specific pattern details are not well documented in available sources.

Habitat

Associated with where the larval plant Clematis drummondii occurs; specific habitat types are not well documented beyond this host relationship.

Distribution

Recorded from southern California to Texas in southwestern North America.

Seasonality

have been recorded on year round.

Diet

feed on Clematis drummondii. feeding habits are not documented.

Host Associations

  • Clematis drummondii - larval food plantSpecific plant for larval development

Similar Taxa

  • Other Pero speciesCongeneric in the Pero may overlap in range and require careful examination for proper identification

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Taxonomic reference

MONA or Hodges number: 6749

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