Hexorthodes citeria
A. Blanchard & Knudson, 1985
cutworm moth, dart moth
Hexorthodes citeria is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae, first described in 1985. It is a member of a characterized by distinctive genitalia structures and forewing venation patterns. The species is known from North America, though specific details about its remain poorly documented. It has been recorded in entomological collections and databases but is infrequently reported in field observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hexorthodes citeria: /hɛkˈsɔrˌθoʊdiːz sɪˈtɪriə/
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Identification
As a member of the Hexorthodes, this likely exhibits the diagnostic forewing pattern and venation characteristic of the group, including the presence of specific arrangements in the hindwing. However, definitive identification to species level requires examination of genitalia structures, as external morphological differences between Hexorthodes species are often subtle. The MONA/Hodges number 10603.1 distinguishes this within North American classification systems.
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details within this region are not well documented.
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Taxonomic history
Described by A. Blanchard and Knudson in 1985, representing a relatively recent addition to the North American noctuid fauna.
Collection records
As of current database records, this has few documented observations (8 records in iNaturalist), suggesting it is either genuinely rare, undercollected, or difficult to identify without specialized examination.