Eupithecia rindgei
McDunnough, 1949
Eupithecia rindgei is a small in the Geometridae, first described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1949. It is to California. have been recorded from May to July, with a wingspan of approximately 15 mm. As a member of the Eupithecia, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as "pugs."
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eupithecia rindgei: /juːpɪˈθiːsiə ˈrɪnˌɡeɪ/
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Identification
Members of the Eupithecia are recognized by their narrow wings and distinctive resting posture. Eupithecia rindgei can be distinguished from other Eupithecia by its specific wing pattern and genitalia ; accurate identification to species level typically requires examination of genital characters.
Distribution
to the US state of California.
Seasonality
active from May to July.
Ecological Role
Members of the Eupithecia have been observed visiting flowers at night and may contribute to pollination, as documented in studies of apple orchards where Eupithecia were recorded as flower visitors.
Similar Taxa
- Other Eupithecia speciesMany Eupithecia are externally similar, requiring genital dissection for reliable identification; E. rindgei is distinguished by its California distribution and specific morphological characters.