Melanchra assimilis
(Morrison, 1874)
Black Arches, Similar Black Noctuid, Black Arch
Melanchra assimilis is a noctuid native to North America. The belongs to the or dart moth group within Noctuidae. It is recorded from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species is recognized by the 'black arches' or 'similar black noctuid' in reference to its dark wing patterning.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melanchra assimilis: /mɛˈlaŋ.krə əˈsɪ.mɪ.lɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Documented from Canadian provinces: Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan. Documented from United States: Vermont.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
- Gryllus assimilis Archives - Entomology Today
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