Ulolonche dilecta

(Edwards, H., 1885)

cutworm, dart moth

Ulolonche dilecta is a noctuid described by H. Edwards in 1885. It belongs to the or dart moth group within the Noctuidae. The species is recorded from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 10572. Observations are relatively sparse, with 33 records documented on iNaturalist.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ulolonche dilecta: /uːloʊˈlɒnki dɪˈlektə/

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Identification

Distinguished from congeneric by genitalia ; external characteristics require expert examination. Ulolonche dilecta can be separated from the similar Ulolonche disticha by subtle differences in forewing pattern and genital structure. Positive identification typically requires dissection and comparison with reference specimens.

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Distribution

Recorded from North America; specific range details beyond continental presence are not well documented in available sources.

Similar Taxa

Ulolonche distichaCongeneric with similar external appearance; both occur in western North American and require genital dissection for reliable separation.

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Taxonomic numbering

Assigned MONA ( of North America) or Hodges number 10572, a standardized cataloging system for North American Lepidoptera.

Data availability

Despite being described in 1885, published biological information remains limited. Most records derive from museum specimens and scattered citizen science observations rather than systematic study.