Nemoria leptalea

Ferguson, 1969

Pink-margined Green

Nemoria leptalea is a of emerald in the , commonly known as the Pink-margined Green. It was described by Ferguson in 1969. The species is recognized by its distinctive green coloration with pink marginal markings on the . It is recorded from both Central America and North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Nemoria leptalea: //nɛˈmɔːriə ˌlɛpˈtæliə//

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Identification

The 'Pink-margined Green' suggests diagnostic pink markings along the margins, distinguishing it from other Nemoria which are typically uniformly green. The MONA/Hodges number 7041 provides a standardized reference for North identification.

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Distribution

Central America and North America. Distribution records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Nemoria speciesMost Nemoria are emerald green; N. leptalea is distinguished by pink marginal markings per its .

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Hodges Number

MONA or Hodges number 7041, used for standardized identification in North fauna.

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