Elaphria cyanympha

(Ferguson, 1989)

cutworm moth, dart moth

Elaphria cyanympha is a small in the Noctuidae, described by Ferguson in 1989. The specific epithet 'cyanympha' suggests a connection to blue coloration in the nymph or stage. It belongs to a of moths commonly known as cutworms or dart moths. The species has been documented in North America and is attracted to blacklight, a common survey method for noctuid moths.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Elaphria cyanympha: /ɛˈlæf.ri.ə saɪˈæn.ɪm.fə/

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Distribution

North America

Behavior

Attracted to blacklight, consistent with activity patterns observed in other Elaphria .

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