Stenoporpia anastomosaria
(Grossbeck, 1908)
Stenoporpia anastomosaria is a geometrid described by Grossbeck in 1908. It belongs to the Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The is recorded from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6462 in the North American Moth Photographers Group (MPG) and Moth Photographers Group (MONA) numbering system.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stenoporpia anastomosaria: /ˌstɛnoʊˈpɔɹpiə ˌænəˌstoʊmoʊˈsɛɹiə/
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Identification
May be distinguished from other Stenoporpia by wing pattern characteristics, though specific diagnostic features require examination of specimens. The Hodges number 6462 provides a unique identifier for North American records.
Distribution
North America. Specific regional distribution within North America is not well documented in available sources.
Human Relevance
Documented in entomological collections and databases. The Hodges/MONA number 6462 facilitates standardized reference in North American lepidopteran studies.
Similar Taxa
- Other Stenoporpia speciesCongeneric within Stenoporpia share general morphological features and require careful examination for positive identification.
- Other Ennominae moths members share the geometrid body plan and resting posture; wing pattern and genitalia examination typically needed for -level determination.
More Details
Nomenclature
The epithet 'anastomosaria' likely derives from 'anastomosis,' referring to a network of interconnecting parts, possibly describing wing venation or pattern.
Taxonomic history
Originally described by Grossbeck in 1908. The Stenoporpia is classified in Ennominae, tribe Boarmiini or related groupings depending on classification system used.