Philtraea utahensis
Buckett, [1971]
Philtraea utahensis is a of geometrid described by Buckett in 1971. It belongs to the Geometridae, a large and diverse group commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The species is known from North America and has been assigned MONA (Moth Photographers Group) or Hodges number 6846. Very little detailed biological information has been published for this species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Philtraea utahensis: /fɪlˈtriːə juːtəˈhɛnsɪs/
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Identification
Philtraea utahensis can be distinguished from related by its assignment to Philtraea within Ennominae. The genus Philtraea contains relatively small geometrid moths. Definitive identification requires examination of genitalia or reference to original species description by Buckett (1971).
Distribution
North America. Specific state or provincial records are not well documented in available sources.
Human Relevance
The has been cataloged in entomological databases and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6846, facilitating its inclusion in North American surveys and biodiversity inventories.
Similar Taxa
- Other Philtraea speciesCongeneric share similar general and require careful examination for accurate identification
- Other Ennominae geometrids members share characteristic wing patterns and body forms that may resemble P. utahensis
More Details
Taxonomic authority
Original description by John D. Buckett, published in 1971. The brackets around the date in authorship citation suggest the exact publication year may require verification.
Catalog reference
Catalogue of Life lists the as accepted with full classification: Eukaryota > Animalia > Arthropoda > Hexapoda > Insecta > Lepidoptera > Geometroidea > Geometridae > Ennominae > Philtraea > Philtraea utahensis