Dichorda rectaria

(Grote, 1877)

emerald moth

Dichorda rectaria is a of emerald in the , first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1877. It is found in North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Saskatchewan) and the United States. The species belongs to the Geometrinae, commonly known as emerald moths due to their characteristic green coloration. Two are recognized: the nominate D. r. rectaria and D. r. cockerelli described by Sperry in 1939.

Dichoria rectaria, -26170, Todd's Lodge, Oak Creek Canyon, Arizona, 18 June 1946, J.L. Sperry (49550726662) by Robb Hannawacker. Used under a Public domain license.Dichorda rectaria, det. Sperry, -26358, Roaring Springs, Grand Canyon, Arizona, June 1930, C.C. Searl (49550401776) by Robb Hannawacker. Used under a Public domain license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dichorda rectaria: /dɪˈkɔːrdə rɛkˈtɛəriə/

These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.

Images

Distribution

North America, including the Canadian provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Similar Taxa

  • Dichorda iridariaBoth are emerald in the Dichorda, sharing similar green coloration and patterns. D. iridaria is sometimes called the 'showy emerald moth' and occurs in similar .

Tags

Sources and further reading