Schinia ferrisi

Pogue & Harp, 2004

Schinia ferrisi is a noctuid described in 2004 by Pogue and Harp. The is known from a restricted range in the southwestern United States, specifically southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. are active in September. As a member of the Schinia, it likely shares the group's characteristic association with specific plants for larval development, though direct observations of this species' remain limited.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Schinia ferrisi: //ˈskiːniə ˈfɛrɪsi//

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Identification

No specific diagnostic features distinguishing Schinia ferrisi from are documented in available sources. The Schinia contains over 120 North American , many of which are brightly colored and patterned. Species-level identification within Schinia typically requires examination of genitalia and other microscopic characters.

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Distribution

Southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico, United States.

Seasonality

are on wing in September.

Similar Taxa

Other Schinia speciesThe Schinia contains over 120 North American , many with similar size, coloration, and flower-visiting . Microscopic examination is typically required for reliable differentiation.

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Taxonomic history

Described as a new by Pogue and Harp in 2004, indicating relatively recent recognition in scientific literature.

Data availability

With only 27 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff, this remains poorly documented in citizen science databases.