Benjaminiola
Strand, 1928
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1Benjaminiola is a of in the Noctuidae, established by Strand in 1928. The genus contains a single , Benjaminiola colorada. As a noctuid moth, it belongs to one of the largest families of Lepidoptera, commonly known as owlet moths.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Benjaminiola: /bɛn.jəˈmɪn.iˌoʊ.lə/
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Identification
The is distinguished by its status; the sole Benjaminiola colorada can be identified as the only representative of this genus. Generic-level morphological characters follow those typical of Noctuinae, though specific diagnostic features for Benjaminiola require examination of type material.
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Distribution
The distribution of Benjaminiola corresponds to that of its single Benjaminiola colorada; specific range data for the as a whole is not separately documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Noctuinae generaBenjaminiola may be confused with related noctuine ; precise differentiation requires examination of genitalic and other subtle structural characters used in noctuid .
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Taxonomic status
Benjaminiola was described by Embrik Strand in 1928. The remains with no additional described since its establishment.