Anarta oregonica

(Grote, 1881)

Oregon Cutworm Moth

Anarta oregonica is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae, first described by Grote in 1881. The species is native to western North America and is assigned Hodges number 10228. As a member of the Anarta, it belongs to a group of commonly associated with open, often arid or alpine .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Anarta oregonica: /əˈnɑr.tə ˌɔr.ɪˈɡoʊ.nɪ.kə/

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Distribution

Western North America. Specific range details beyond regional presence are not well documented.

Similar Taxa

  • Anarta trifoliiFormerly considered a variety of this (as Mamestra trifolii var. oregonica); now recognized as distinct species requiring careful examination for separation
  • Other Anarta species Anarta contains multiple similar , many with limited distinguishing morphological features; genitalia examination often required for definitive identification

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