Heterophleps refusaria

(Walker, 1861)

three-patched bigwing

Heterophleps refusaria is a geometrid known as the three-patched bigwing. First described by Francis Walker in 1861, it belongs to the Geometridae and is found in North America. The has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 7645.

Heterophleps refusaria -26198, det. R. Hannawacker, Kitchener, Ontario. 28 June 1946, J.L. Sperry (49550899027) by Robb Hannawacker. Used under a Public domain license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Heterophleps refusaria: /ˌhɛtərəˈflɛps rɛfjuˈsɛrɪə/

These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.

Images

Distribution

North America. Confirmed records include the United States, with specific documentation from Vermont.

Human Relevance

The has been documented through citizen science observations, with over 600 records on iNaturalist, contributing to distribution and data.

More Details

Taxonomic history

Originally described as Macaria refusaria before transfer to Heterophleps.

MONA/Hodges number

7645

Sources and further reading