Macaria argillacearia
(Packard, 1874)
Mousy Angle
Macaria argillacearia is a geometrid first described by Packard in 1874. It is commonly known as the Mousy Angle, a reference to its drab, earth-toned coloration. The species belongs to the diverse Macaria, which contains numerous North American angle moths. Based on iNaturalist records, it has been documented at least 74 times, suggesting it is not exceptionally rare but may be underreported due to its inconspicuous appearance.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Macaria argillacearia: /məˈkɛriə ɑrˌgɪləˈsɛriə/
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