Eupithecia elquiensis explained

Eupithecia elquiensis is a moth in the family Geometridae. It is found the Region of Coquimbo (El Qui Province) in Chile.[1] The habitat consists of the Coquimban Desert Biotic Province.

The length of the forewings is about 9.5 mm for females. Adults have been recorded on wing in October.

Etymology

The specific name is based on the type locality.

Notes and References

  1. , 1991: The Eupithecia (Lepidoptera, Geometridae) of Chile. 2. American Museum Novitates 3020: 1-14. Full article: http://digitallibrary.amnh.org/dspace/bitstream/2246/5049/1/N3020.pdf.