Phaeoura cristifera
Hulst, 1896
Phaeoura cristifera is a of geometrid in the . It was first described by George D. Hulst in 1896. The species is known from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6764 in the North Moth Photographers Group system. As a member of the Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of inchworm moths.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phaeoura cristifera: /fiˈɔːrə ˌkrɪstəˈfɛrə/
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Distribution
North America. Distribution records confirm presence in the region, though specific range boundaries within North America are not well documented.
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Taxonomic note
The original description was published by Hulst in 1896, not Holly as stated in some sources. The Phaeoura is classified in the Ennominae within .
Catalogue reference
The is listed in the Catalogue of Life with accepted status, classified under Eukaryota > Animalia > > > > > > > Ennominae > Phaeoura > Phaeoura cristifera.