Eupithecia phyllisae explained

Eupithecia phyllisae is a moth in the family Geometridae first described by Rindge in 1963. It is found in the US states of New Mexico and Arizona.[1]

The length of the forewings is 7-8.5 mm for males and 7–9 mm for females.

Etymology

The species is named in honor of the wife of the author, Phyllis Rindge.

Notes and References

  1. Rindge . Frederick H. . July 25, 1963 . Notes on and descriptions of North American Eupithecia (Lepidoptera, Geometridae) . American Museum Novitates . 2147 . 1–23.