Synchlora pectinaria
(Grossbeck, 1910)
Synchlora pectinaria is a of emerald in the , described by Grossbeck in 1910. Like other members of the Synchlora, its are known for adorning their bodies with bits of material—flower petals, leaves, and other vegetation—to achieve remarkable . This , shared with the more widespread S. aerata, makes the exceptionally difficult to detect among the flowers and foliage they consume. The species is part of the emerald moth group ( Geometrinae), characterized by their typically green coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Synchlora pectinaria: //sɪnˈklɔːrə ˌpɛktɪˈnɛəriə//
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Distribution
North America (present, based on GBIF records). Specific range details beyond continental presence are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Synchlora aerataWidespread eastern North emerald with nearly identical larval ; adorn themselves with material. S. pectinaria is less well-known and likely restricted to more southern regions compared to the broadly distributed S. aerata.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Mystery of the frass revealed: Camouflaged looper, Synchlora aerata — Bug of the Week
- Plants as camouflage - who thought of it first? Meet the camouflaged looper, Synchlora aerate — Bug of the Week
- Geometridae | Beetles In The Bush
- Lepidoptera | Beetles In The Bush | Page 7
- October | 2012 | Beetles In The Bush
- Archive — Bug of the Week