Prorella irremorata
(Dyar, 1923)
A small geometrid described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1923, restricted to arid regions of the southwestern United States. are active in spring and again in early autumn. The is one of several in the Prorella, a group of generally small, inconspicuous moths associated with desert and semi-arid .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prorella irremorata: /proʊˈrɛlə ɪˌrɛmoʊˈrɑːtə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Prorella by geographic range and genitalic characters; external is not well described in accessible literature. The combination of small size (15 mm wingspan), desert in southern California/Nevada/Arizona, and spring/autumn period may help narrow identification, though confirmation requires examination of genitalia or reference to original description.
Appearance
Small with wingspan approximately 15 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
Desert regions of the southwestern United States.
Distribution
United States: southern California, Nevada, and Arizona. Records are limited to arid, desert environments within this region.
Seasonality
active March–May and September. or partially bivoltine pattern with spring and autumn periods.
Similar Taxa
- Other Prorella species share small size and desert distribution; identification to level requires genitalic dissection or reference to and original descriptions.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1923. The specific epithet 'irremorata' is Latin, meaning 'unmoved' or 'unshaken', though the etymological significance is not documented.