Lacinipolia agnata

(Smith, 1905)

Lacinipolia agnata is an in the , first described by Smith in 1905. are attracted to blacklights at night. The belongs to a whose members are difficult to distinguish visually, requiring examination of or other microscopic features for positive identification.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lacinipolia agnata: /læˌsɪnɪˈpoʊliə ægˈneɪtə/

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Identification

within the Lacinipolia cannot be reliably distinguished by external appearance alone. Specimens may show mottled gray coloration with reflective on the , or greenish hues. Definitive identification requires dissection and examination of or other microscopic characteristics.

Distribution

North America.

Seasonality

have been observed in July in Colorado.

Behavior

are and attracted to blacklights.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Lacinipolia speciesVisual similarity; all Lacinipolia require microscopic examination for accurate identification, as external features overlap considerably.

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