Ogdoconta rufipenna
Metzler, Knudson & Poole, 2013
Ogdoconta rufipenna is a small noctuid described in 2013 from southeastern Arizona. The name refers to the reddish coloration of its wings. It is known from only a handful of observations and is likely to occur in adjacent Mexico.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ogdoconta rufipenna: /ɑɡdoˈkonta ruːfiˈpɛnə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Ogdoconta by the uniform burgundy forewing coloration without contrasting patterns. The specific combination of dark reddish brown hindwings with dark-lined and scattered white forewing provides separation from .
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Appearance
Forewing length 10.5–16 mm in males, 10.5–15.5 mm in females. surface uniformly burgundy with scattered white . Hindwings dark reddish brown with lined with dark markings.
Distribution
Known from southeastern Arizona (Santa Cruz and Cochise Counties). Probable occurrence in Mexico based on geographic proximity.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ogdoconta speciesO. rufipenna differs in its uniform burgundy forewing coloration; typically show more patterned or differently colored forewings.
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Etymology
The specific epithet rufipenna derives from Latin rufus (reddish) and penna (wing), directly referencing the burgundy to reddish-brown forewings.
Taxonomic history
Described in 2013 by Metzler, Knudson & Poole. The is among the more recently described members of the Ogdoconta.