Orthofidonia exornata

(Walker, 1862)

Orthofidonia exornata is a of geometrid described by Francis Walker in 1862. It belongs to the Ennominae within the Geometridae. The species is known from North America and has been assigned the Hodges number 6429.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Orthofidonia exornata: /ɔr.θoʊ.fɪˈdoʊ.niə ɛk.sɔrˈneɪ.tə/

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Identification

The is distinguished by its placement in the Orthofidonia, which contains several similar North American geometrid moths. Specific diagnostic features for O. exornata are not well documented in available sources.

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Distribution

North America. Specific records include Vermont, United States.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Orthofidonia speciesThe Orthofidonia contains multiple of similar geometrid moths that may be confused without detailed examination.

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Taxonomic history

First described by Francis Walker in 1862. The is cataloged in the of North America (MONA) system with Hodges number 6429.

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