Orthomoia bloomfieldi

Mustelin, 2000

Orthomoia bloomfieldi is a noctuid described by Mustelin in 2000. It belongs to the Noctuinae, one of the largest groups within Noctuidae. The is known from North America, though specific details about its remain poorly documented. Like other members of its , it is presumed to be .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Orthomoia bloomfieldi: /ɔːrˈθoʊ.mi.a bluːmˈfiːldi/

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Identification

Distinguishing Orthomoia bloomfieldi from and other small noctuine requires examination of genitalic structures. External alone is insufficient for reliable identification. The may be separated from similar Orthomoia species by subtle differences in male genitalia, particularly the shape of the valvae and . Specimens should be compared with type material or verified through dissection.

Distribution

North America. Specific range details are not well documented, but the has been recorded as present on the continent.

Similar Taxa

Orthomoia speciesOther members of the Orthomoia share similar external and require genitalic examination for definitive separation.
Other small NoctuinaeMany noctuine of comparable size and general appearance occur in the same region, necessitating careful morphological study for accurate identification.

More Details

Taxonomic Note

The Orthomoia was established relatively recently in noctuid , and boundaries within the group remain under study. The specific epithet 'bloomfieldi' honors an individual, presumably a collector or colleague of the describer.

Data Deficiency

This has zero observations in iNaturalist and minimal published biological information, indicating it is either genuinely rare, undercollected, or difficult to identify from photographs alone.