Idaea scintillularia
(Hulst, 1888)
Diminutive Wave
Idaea scintillularia, commonly known as the diminutive wave, is a small geometrid native to North America. It belongs to the Geometridae, which includes the wave moths and inchworms. The is recognized by its small size and characteristic wing patterns typical of the Idaea. It has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 7105 in North American moth classification systems.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic Note
The basionym 'Idaea scintillaria' has been synonymized with Idaea scintillularia (Hulst, 1888).
Classification Reference
The is classified in Sterrhinae within Geometridae according to Catalogue of Life.
Observation Data
iNaturalist records 736 observations of this , indicating it is moderately well-documented by citizen scientists.