Cucullia charon
Poole, 1995
Cucullia charon is a of owlet moth in the Noctuidae. It was described by Poole in 1995 and is found in North America. The species is assigned the MONA/Hodges number 10191.2, a standardized numbering system for North American Lepidoptera. Like other members of the Cucullia, this species is part of a group commonly known as 'hooded owlet moths' due to the distinctive shape of their larval capsules.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cucullia charon: /kʊˈkʊliə ˈkærɒn/
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Identification
Cucullia charon can be distinguished from other North American Cucullia by reference to the MONA/Hodges number 10191.2 and original description by Poole (1995). The Cucullia is characterized by forewings with a somewhat pointed apex and hindwings that are paler than the forewings. Specific diagnostic features for C. charon relative to such as C. dorsalis would require examination of genitalic and comparison with type material.
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Distribution
Found in North America. Specific distribution records within this range are limited based on available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Cucullia dorsalisAnother North American in the same ; both are owlet moths in Cuculliinae. C. dorsalis has been documented with larval feeding on Dieteria inflorescences, providing a behavioral reference point for comparison.