Idaea basinta

(Schaus, 1901)

red-and-white wave

Idaea basinta is a geometrid commonly known as the red-and-white wave. First described by William Schaus in 1901, this moth occurs across Central and North America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7110.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Idaea basinta: /ɪˈdeɪə bəˈsɪntə/

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Distribution

Central America and North America. Distribution records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.

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Nomenclature

Originally described as Eois basinta by Schaus in 1901; currently classified in Idaea. The is cataloged under MONA ( of North America) or Hodges number 7110.

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