Prorella opinata
(Pearsall, 1909)
Prorella opinata is a small geometrid described in 1909. It occurs in the southwestern United States. are gray with a wingspan of approximately 14 mm. activity has been documented in spring and late summer through autumn.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Prorella opinata: /prɒˈrɛl.ə əʊˈpɪn.ə.tə/
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Identification
Small size and plain gray coloration distinguish this from many larger or more patterned geometrids. Specific diagnostic features require examination of genitalia or other detailed morphological characters not described in available sources.
Appearance
Small gray with wingspan approximately 14 mm. Overall coloration is uniformly gray.
Distribution
Recorded from Colorado, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah in the southwestern United States.
Seasonality
active in May and from July to October. Bimodal pattern with spring and late summer-autumn .
More Details
Original Description
First described by Pearsall in 1909.