Orthodes detracta
(Walker, 1857)
Disparaged Arches Moth, disparaged arches
Orthodes detracta, commonly known as the Disparaged Arches , is a of in the . It is native to North America and has been recorded across Canada and the northern United States. The species is assigned Hodges number 10288 in the North American moth numbering system. Like other members of its , it belongs to the diverse fauna of temperate regions.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orthodes detracta: /ɔrˈθoʊdiːz dɪˈtræk.tə/
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Distribution
North America. Documented from Canadian provinces including Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, as well as Vermont in the United States.
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Taxonomic History
The was originally described as Hadena detracta by Walker in 1857, and later transferred to the Orthodes. Catalogue of Life lists Hadena detracta as a synonym.
Observation Data
The has accumulated over 2,600 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is relatively frequently encountered by naturalists.
Nomenclature
The 'disparaged arches' or 'Disparaged Arches ' refers to the ' distinctive common name, though the origin of 'disparaged' in this context is not documented in available sources.