Prochoerodes truxaliata
(Guenée, [1858])
Prochoerodes truxaliata is a geometrid in the Geometridae, assigned MONA/Hodges number 6977. The has been introduced to Australia as a agent for Baccharis halimifolia. Caterpillars feed on coyote bush (Baccharis pilularis).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prochoerodes truxaliata: /proʊˌkoʊəˈroʊdiːz trʌkˈseɪliˌætə/
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Distribution
Native to North America. Introduced to Australia for purposes.
Diet
Caterpillars feed on coyote bush (Baccharis pilularis).
Host Associations
- Baccharis pilularis - larval food plantCoyote bush
- Baccharis halimifolia - target of introductionIntroduced to Australia for control of this plant
Behavior
are attracted to ultraviolet light and have been documented at blacklighting events.
Human Relevance
Released in Australia for of Baccharis halimifolia.
More Details
Taxonomic identifier
MONA or Hodges number 6977
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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