Scopula benitaria
(Barnes & McDunnough, 1913)
benitaria is a small geometrid first described from North America in 1913. It is one of many in the diverse Scopula, commonly known as wave moths due to the wavy transverse on their . The species has been recorded from the southwestern United States, particularly New Mexico and Texas. Like other members of the , its are likely 'inchworms' with reduced , though specific details of its biology remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Scopula benitaria: /ˈskɒpjʊlə bɛnɪˈtɛəriə/
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Distribution
Southwestern United States, specifically recorded from New Mexico and Texas. The precise range limits are not well documented.
Similar Taxa
- Scopula limboundataBoth are small occurring in North America; S. limboundata (large lace-border ) is more widespread across eastern and central North America and may overlap in range with S. benitaria in Texas. are distinguished by pattern details, though precise differentiating characters for S. benitaria are not well documented in available sources.
- Scopula marginepunctataA Palearctic (mullein wave) that has been or recorded in North America; similar small size and general pattern, but distinguished by geographic origin and subtle wing markings.