Dysstroma suspectata
(Möschler, 1874)
Dysstroma suspectata is a geometrid in the , Larentiinae. It is to North America and was first described by Möschler in 1874. The includes two recognized : the nominate D. s. suspectata and D. s. mackieata. It belongs to a of carpet moths commonly associated with and temperate .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dysstroma suspectata: //dɪsˈstroʊmə səˈspɛktətə//
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Distribution
North America. Records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented in available sources.
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Subspecies
Two are recognized: Dysstroma suspectata suspectata (Möschler, 1874), the nominate form, and Dysstroma suspectata mackieata Cassino & Swett, 1923.
Nomenclature
Originally described as Cidaria suspectata by Möschler in 1874, later transferred to the Dysstroma.
Observation frequency
Relatively few observations documented; iNaturalist records 13 observations as of source date, suggesting it may be uncommon, undercollected, or difficult to identify.