Tacparia
Walker, 1860
Species Guides
3- Tacparia atropunctata
- Tacparia detersata(Pale Alder Moth)
- Tacparia zalissaria
Tacparia is a of in the Geometridae, Ennominae. The genus was erected by Francis Walker in 1860 and contains three recognized : Tacparia zalissaria, Tacparia atropunctata, and Tacparia detersata. These moths are part of the diverse Geometridae family, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tacparia: /tækˈpɛəriə/
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Identification
Identification to level requires examination of wing pattern and genitalia . within Tacparia can be distinguished by differences in wing markings and coloration: T. zalissaria has distinct pale bands, T. atropunctata features dark spotting, and T. detersata shows more uniform gray-brown coloration with subtle patterning.
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Distribution
Documented from Vermont and other parts of the United States. The appears to be Nearctic in distribution, though precise range boundaries for individual require further documentation.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ennominae generaTacparia share the broad, relatively flat wing posture and slender body typical of many Ennominae . Distinguishing features include specific wing pattern elements and male genitalia structure.
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Species composition
The contains three : Tacparia zalissaria (type species), Tacparia atropunctata, and Tacparia detersata. Tacparia detersata was previously placed in the genus Ectropis.