Eupithecia osornoensis explained

Eupithecia osornoensis is a moth in the family Geometridae. It is found in the Region of Los Lagos (coastal Osomo Province) in Chile.[1] The habitat consists of the Valdivian Forest Biotic Province.

The length of the forewings is about 9 mm for males and 8 mm for females. Adults have been recorded on wing in February.

Etymology

The specific name is derived from the type locality.

Notes and References

  1. , 1987, The Eupithecia (Lepidoptera, Geometridae) of Chile. Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History 186 (3): 269-363.