Juniper Geometer (Patalene olyzonaria)

Detailing the physical features, habits, territorial reach and other identifying qualities of the Juniper Geometer.

Updated: 1/30/2019; Authored By Staff Writer; Content ©www.InsectIdentification.org

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Taxonomic Hierarchy

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Arthropoda

Class: Insecta

Order: Lepidoptera

Family: Geometridae

Genus: Patalene

Species: olyzonaria

Identifying Information

Scientific Name: Patalene olyzonaria

Other Name(s): Juniper Twig Geometer

Category: Butterfly or Moth

Size (Adult; Length): 32mm to 39mm (1.25in to 1.52in)

Colors: brown

Descriptors: dots, line, flying, rounded, scalloped, delta, sleek

Territorial Map

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Territorial Reach (A-to-Z)

British Columbia

Newfoundland and Labrador

Prince Edward Island

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Butterfly and Moth Anatomy

Graphic showing basic anatomy of a common North American butterfly and moth insect

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Antennae: Butterflies and Moths have a pair of antennae on the head used as sensors.

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Head: The head is home to the insect's eyes, antennae, and proboscis.

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Thorax: Home to the three pairs of legs as well as vital internal organs.

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Abdomen: Contains vital internal organs such as the heart(s) and reproduction facilities.

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Forewing: The upper, forward wing pair used for flying.

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Hindwing: The lower, rearward wing pair used for flying.

NOTE: Butterflies and Moths are part of the Lepidopteran order as they share many similarities.