Lacinipolia umbrosa
(Smith, 1888)
Lacinipolia umbrosa is an owlet moth in the Noctuidae, native to North America. Like other members of the Lacinipolia, are and attracted to light sources. The was described by Smith in 1888 and is accepted as valid in current . Available information on this species is limited, with few documented observations in public databases.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lacinipolia umbrosa: /ˌlæsɪnɪˈpoʊliə ʌmˈbroʊsə/
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Identification
in the Lacinipolia cannot be reliably distinguished from one another by visual inspection alone. Identification to species level typically requires examination of genitalia or other microscopic features. are generally medium-sized noctuid with cryptic coloration.
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Distribution
North America
Behavior
have been observed to be attracted to blacklights, indicating activity. This has been documented during National Week events in Colorado.
Similar Taxa
- Lacinipolia spp.Other in the same are visually indistinguishable without detailed examination; the genus is characterized by similar size, wing shape, and cryptic coloration patterns.