Phaeoura utahensis
Cassino & Swett, 1923
Phaeoura utahensis is a of geometrid in the Geometridae, Ennominae. First described by Cassino and Swett in 1923, this species is known from North America. The Phaeoura comprises relatively understudied moths, with limited published information on their and . As with many geometrid moths, are likely and possess the characteristic slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phaeoura utahensis: /fiˈɔɹə juːtəˈhɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
North America; specific records indicate presence in Utah and surrounding southwestern U.S. states. The epithet 'utahensis' suggests the type locality or primary known occurrence is in Utah.
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Taxonomic Notes
The Phaeoura is classified within the Ennominae of Geometridae. The specific epithet 'utahensis' indicates a geographic association with the state of Utah. The was described by Cassino and Swett in 1923, who were prominent early 20th-century American lepidopterists known for their work on North American .
Data Limitations
This is represented by only 3 observations on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported. Published biological and ecological data are sparse, reflecting the general pattern of limited research attention to many North American geometrid moths relative to more charismatic lepidopteran groups.