Hydriomena cochiseata
Swett, 1909
Hydriomena cochiseata is a in the Geometridae, Larentiinae, described by Swett in 1909. It is a member of the diverse Hydriomena, which comprises numerous species primarily distributed in the Northern Hemisphere. The species epithet references Cochise, a prominent leader of the Chiricahua Apache, suggesting a southwestern North American origin. Like other Hydriomena species, it is presumed to have a larval stage feeding on woody plants, though specific associations remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hydriomena cochiseata: /haɪˌdɹiːoʊˈmɛnə koʊˌtʃiːseɪˈɑːtə/
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Distribution
North America. The specific epithet and description by Swett (1909) indicate a southwestern United States distribution, likely in Arizona or adjacent regions.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'cochiseata' honors Cochise (c. 1805–1874), principal chief of the Chiricahua Apache in the mid-19th century. The name was likely chosen to reflect the geographic region where the was collected, consistent with naming conventions of the era that commemorated local leaders or geographic features.