Paramiana perissa
Nye, 1975
Paramiana perissa is a of owlet moth in the Noctuidae, described by Nye in 1975. It is a noctuine found in North America, with a MONA/Hodges number of 9805. The species is part of a small within the diverse Noctuidae family. Available records indicate it is a rarely encountered species with limited published documentation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paramiana perissa: /ˌpærəˈmaɪənə pəˈrɪsə/
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Identification
Distinguished from by the combination of genitalic characters described in the original description; are assigned MONA/Hodges number 9805. The Paramiana is morphologically similar to other small noctuine genera, requiring dissection for definitive identification.
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Distribution
North America; specific regional records are sparse but the has been documented across the continent.
Similar Taxa
- Other Paramiana speciesCongeneric share general noctuine and require genitalic examination for separation; the contains few described species.
- Small Noctuinae genera (e.g., certain Euxoa, Noctua)Similar overall appearance as small to medium-sized noctuine with dull coloration; accurate identification requires reference to original description and genitalic dissection.
More Details
MONA/Hodges number
9805
Taxonomic history
Described by Nye in 1975; the Paramiana is a small noctuine genus with limited .