Idaea gemmata
(Packard, 1876)
Idaea gemmata is a of geometrid in the Geometridae. It was described by Packard in 1876 and is found in North America. The species is assigned Hodges number 7116. It belongs to the large Idaea, which contains many small, often brightly patterned moths commonly known as wave moths or carpet moths.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Idaea gemmata: //aɪˈdiːə dʒɛmˈmeɪtə//
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Distribution
North America
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Hodges Number
The MONA or Hodges number for Idaea gemmata is 7116, a standardized numbering system used for North American Lepidoptera.
Original Description
The was originally described as Zeuctoneura geminata by Packard in 1876, and later transferred to the Idaea.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
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- GBIF taxonomy match
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