Idaea tacturata

(Walker, 1861)

dot-lined wave moth

Idaea tacturata is a small geometrid occurring in the southeastern United States. The was described by Francis Walker in 1861 and is active year-round in the southern portion of its range. feed on Trifolium species (clovers).

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Idaea tacturata: //ɪˈdiːə tæksˈtʊrətə//

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Distribution

Southeastern United States, from Virginia south to Florida and west to southeastern coastal Texas.

Seasonality

Year-round activity in the southern part of the range; period extends across warmer months in northern portions.

Diet

feed on Trifolium (clovers).

Host Associations

  • Trifolium - larval -level association

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