Glenoides texanaria
(Hulst, 1888)
Texas Gray, Texas gray moth
Glenoides texanaria, known as the Texas Gray , is a small geometrid moth native to eastern and central North America. have a wingspan of 16–24 mm and exhibit bimodal adult activity periods in at least part of their range. The was originally described as Tephrosia texanaria by Hulst in 1888 before being transferred to the Glenoides.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Glenoides texanaria: //ɡlɛˈnɔɪdiːz ˌtɛksəˈnɛriə//
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Identification
Small gray geometrid with wingspan 16–24 mm. Distinguished from similar Glenoides by geographic range and genitalia; G. texanaria is the primary species occurring in the southeastern United States.
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Distribution
Eastern and central North America: recorded from Massachusetts to Florida and west to Missouri and Texas.
Seasonality
active year-round in Florida with peaks January–April and June–December; activity pattern less documented in northern portions of range.
Similar Taxa
- Glenoides lenticulataOverlaps in range; distinguished by wing pattern details and genitalia, requiring dissection for reliable identification
- Other Glenoides speciesWestern in occur outside range of G. texanaria; geographic separation provides primary distinguishing character