Polygrammate

Hübner, 1818

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Polygrammate is a in the Noctuidae, containing a single , Polygrammate hebraeicum (Hebrew moth). The genus was established by Jacob Hübner in 1818. are active during summer months in eastern North America.

Polygrammate hebraeicum ultimate instar by Schmidt BC. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.Polygrammate hebraeicum 305548940 by Mirko Schoenitz. Used under a CC0 license.Polygrammate hebraeicum by Mike Boone. Used under a CC BY-SA 2.5 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Polygrammate: //ˌpɒlɪˈɡræmətə//

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Identification

The is recognized by its single included , Polygrammate hebraeicum, which has a wingspan of 23–39 mm. No other species are currently assigned to this genus.

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Distribution

Eastern North America: Ontario south to Florida, west to Texas. Distribution records also include Vermont.

Seasonality

active from May to August.

Host Associations

  • Nyssa sylvatica - larval black gum trees

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Monotypy

The Polygrammate contains only one described , Polygrammate hebraeicum. This makes it a genus within the Acronictinae.

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