Prorella discoidalis
(Grossbeck, 1908)
Prorella discoidalis is a small geometrid described by John Arthur Grossbeck in 1908. The is restricted to the southwestern United States, occurring in Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. have a wingspan of approximately 17 mm and appear in two annually, with periods in June and August.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prorella discoidalis: /pɹoʊˈrɛlə dɪˌskɔɪˈdeɪlɪs/
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Identification
The small size (17 mm wingspan) and restricted southwestern US distribution may help distinguish this from related Prorella. However, specific diagnostic characters separating P. discoidalis from are not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan approximately 17 mm. As a member of the Prorella, likely exhibit the compact body form and relatively broad, rounded characteristic of this group. Specific wing pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
United States: Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah.
Seasonality
: on in June and August, suggesting two per year.
Similar Taxa
- Prorella speciesOther members of the Prorella occur in western North America and share similar ; specific distinguishing features for P. discoidalis are not documented.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Gymnoscelis discoidalis by Grossbeck in 1908, later transferred to the Prorella.