Protoperigea calientensis
Mustelin, 2006
A small noctuid described by Mustelin in 2006, known from limited records in North America. Belongs to the Protoperigea within the Noctuinae. Specific details regarding its and remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Protoperigea calientensis: /proʊtoʊˈpɛrɪdʒiə kæliɛnˈtɛnsɪs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Distribution
Recorded as present in North America; precise range boundaries unknown. Described from material likely associated with the type locality reference in the specific epithet 'calientensis' (suggesting association with Caliente or warm regions, possibly in California or southwestern United States).
Similar Taxa
- Protoperigea speciesOther members of this small share general Noctuinae ; specific diagnostic features separating P. calientensis from require examination of genitalic structures and forewing pattern elements as described in the original description.