Baptarma felicita

Smith, 1904

Baptarma felicita is a small in the Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1904. The species is documented from southwestern North America, specifically California and Arizona. have a wingspan of approximately 22–24 mm. The species belongs to the Heliothinae, a group of moths whose larvae often feed on flowers and seeds of herbaceous plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Baptarma felicita: /bapˈtarma feˈliːkita/

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Identification

Small size (wingspan 22–24 mm) distinguishes this from larger noctuids. Geographic restriction to California and Arizona may aid in identification. No specific diagnostic features are documented in available sources; genitalic examination may be required for definitive identification within the .

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Appearance

Small with wingspan of 22–24 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not well documented in available sources.

Distribution

Southwestern North America, specifically recorded from California and Arizona, United States.

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