Idaea rotundopennata

(Packard, 1876)

Idaea rotundopennata is a of in the Geometridae, first described by Packard in 1876 under the basionym Acidalia rotundopennata. It belongs to the large Idaea, commonly known as wave moths or carpet moths, which are characterized by their relatively small size and broad, often rounded wings. The species has been documented in the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

Idaea rotundopennata by Jeremy deWaard, University of British Columbia. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.Idaea rotundopennata CSU ENT1062981 by CSU, Department of Bioagricultural Sciences and Pest Management. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Idaea rotundopennata: /ɪˈdiːə roʊˌtʌndoʊˈpɛnəta/

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Distribution

Idaea rotundopennata is known from the prairie region of central Canada. Verified distribution records include the provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. The has not been documented outside of North America.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Acidalia rotundopennata by Packard in 1876, this was later transferred to the Idaea. The specific epithet 'rotundopennata' refers to the rounded wing shape characteristic of this species.

Observation records

As of the available data, iNaturalist holds 6 observation records for this , indicating it is infrequently encountered or underreported relative to more common Idaea species.

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