Eulithis propulsata

(Walker, 1862)

Currant Eulithis Moth, Barred Yellow

Eulithis propulsata is a geometrid in the Larentiinae, commonly known as the currant eulithis moth or barred yellow. It is documented from North America with specific records from Canadian provinces (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7199.

Eulithis propulsata by Jeremy deWaard, University of British Columbia. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.

Eulithis propulsata2 by Jeremy deWaard, University of British Columbia. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.

Eulithis propulsata1 by Jeremy deWaard, University of British Columbia. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eulithis propulsata: /juːˈlɪθɪs prɒˈpʌlsɑːtə/

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Distribution

North America: documented from Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan in Canada, and Vermont in the United States.

Host Associations

Ribes - larval 'currant eulithis ' suggests association with currants (Ribes spp.), though specific documentation not provided in sources

Similar Taxa

Eulithis testataCongeneric in same with potentially overlapping range; accurate separation requires detailed examination of wing pattern and genitalia
Eulithis destinataAnother congeneric ; E. propulsata distinguished by specific wing markings referenced in 'barred yellow'

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Taxonomic identifiers

MONA/Hodges number: 7199