Aplogompha polymygmata
(Dyar, 1919)
Aplogompha polymygmata is a of geometrid in the Ennominae, described by Harrison G. Dyar in 1919. The species has been subject to taxonomic revision, with some sources placing it in the Molybdogompha. It is known from a limited number of observations, with 17 records on iNaturalist. As a member of the Geometridae, it belongs to a large of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aplogompha polymygmata: /ˌæploʊˈɡɒmfə ˌpɒlɪˈmɪɡmətə/
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Taxonomic Status
The taxonomic status of Aplogompha polymygmata is currently unresolved between sources. GBIF treats it as a synonym of Molybdogompha polymygmata, while Catalogue of Life and iNaturalist recognize Aplogompha polymygmata as the accepted name. This discrepancy reflects ongoing revision within the Ennominae .
Data Scarcity
With only 17 iNaturalist observations and no Wikipedia entry, this appears to be poorly documented in public biodiversity databases. Published literature on its , , and distribution is likely limited.