Oligia tusa
(Grote, 1878)
cutworm moth, dart moth
Oligia tusa is a of in the Noctuidae, commonly known as or dart moths. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1878, originally under the Hadena. The species is distributed across North America and is assigned the Hodges number 9405 in the North American moth numbering system.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oligia tusa: /ˈɒlɪdʒiə ˈtuːsə/
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Identification
Oligia tusa can be distinguished from other Oligia by specific wing pattern characteristics, though detailed diagnostic features require examination of genitalia or close comparison with . The Oligia generally comprises small to medium-sized noctuid with relatively narrow forewings and subtle patterning.
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Distribution
North America.
Similar Taxa
- Other Oligia speciesMembers of the Oligia share similar size, wing shape, and general noctuid , requiring careful examination to distinguish O. tusa from such as O. modica or O. strigilis.