Mellilla xanthometata
(Walker, 1862)
Orange Wing, orangewing moth
Mellilla xanthometata, commonly known as the Orange or orangewing , is a small geometrid moth to eastern North America. It is the sole in the Mellilla, which was established by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1873. The species was originally described by Francis Walker in 1862 under the name Fidonia xanthometata. are attracted to artificial lights and have been documented during moth-watching events such as National Moth Week.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mellilla xanthometata: //mɛˈlɪl.lə zænˌθoʊ.mɛˈteɪ.tə//
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Distribution
Found in most of eastern North America. Specific distribution records include Kansas (observed in Lansing, Leavenworth County).
Seasonality
have been observed in July during National Week surveys in eastern Kansas.
Behavior
are attracted to artificial lights (blacklights) and have been observed at light sheets during surveys.
Human Relevance
Documented during citizen science events such as National Week, contributing to records on platforms like iNaturalist.