Apodrepanulatrix
Rindge, 1949
Species Guides
2- Apodrepanulatrix liberaria(New Jersey tea inchworm)
- Apodrepanulatrix litaria(Large Banded Wave Moth)
Apodrepanulatrix is a of in the Geometridae, Ennominae, erected by Rindge in 1949. The genus contains two recognized : A. liberaria and A. litaria. Both species are found in North America. The genus is classified within the diverse group, though specific ecological and biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apodrepanulatrix: //ˌæpoʊˌdrɛpəˌnjuːˈlætrɪks//
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Identification
The Apodrepanulatrix can be distinguished from related geometrid genera by genitalic characters, particularly features of the male claspers and , as established in Rindge's 1949 original description. The "liberaria" refers to the type locality in Liberia ( Rica), though this is now known from North America; this nomenclatural history may cause confusion. External is not well documented in available sources; dissection of genitalia is likely required for definitive identification to species.
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Distribution
North America. Apodrepanulatrix liberaria has been recorded from the eastern United States and Canada. Apodrepanulatrix litaria is found in western North America, including California and adjacent regions. The type locality of A. liberaria was originally given as Liberia ( Rica), but this was based on a labeling error; the is not Neotropical.
Similar Taxa
- DrepanulatrixSimilar name and also in Geometridae; Apodrepanulatrix was separated from Drepanulatrix by Rindge (1949) based on genitalic differences, particularly the structure of the gnathos and uncus.
- LomographaAnother geometrid with superficially similar wing patterns; requires genitalic dissection to distinguish from Apodrepanulatrix.
Misconceptions
The specific epithet "liberaria" has led to confusion about the geographic range of A. liberaria. The name refers to Liberia, Rica (the type locality), not the country of Liberia in West Africa. The Costa Rica locality was erroneous, and the is actually North American.
More Details
Original Description
The was erected by Rindge, R.C. in 1949. The name is derived from Greek 'apo-' (away from) + Drepanulatrix, indicating its separation from that genus.
Species Count
Two are currently recognized: Apodrepanulatrix liberaria (Walker, 1860) and Apodrepanulatrix litaria (Hulst, 1887). Both were originally described in other and later transferred to Apodrepanulatrix.