Orthodes cynica
Guenée, 1852
Cynical Quaker
Orthodes cynica, commonly known as the Cynical Quaker, is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae. The species was described by Guenée in 1852. It is known to occur in North America with documented records from Canadian provinces including Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, as well as the U.S. state of Vermont. The references the name Orthodes, which derives from Greek roots meaning 'straight' or 'correct,' combined with 'cynica' suggesting a skeptical or questioning nature—though the etymological intent of the original describer is not documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orthodes cynica: /ˈɔr.θoʊˌdiːz ˈsɪn.ɪ.kə/
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Distribution
North America. Documented occurrences include: Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan in Canada; Vermont in the United States. The full extent of the range within North America has not been comprehensively mapped.