Papestra invalida

(Smith, 1891)

cutworm moth, dart moth

Papestra invalida is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1891. It is distributed across North America. The species is assigned Hodges number 10314 in the North American numbering system. As a member of the Noctuidae family, it belongs to a large and diverse group of moths commonly known as owlet moths.

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Pronunciation

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Identification

Papestra invalida can be distinguished from similar Noctuidae by its assignment to Hodges number 10314, which provides a standardized reference for North American identification. The Papestra contains multiple species that require careful examination for proper identification.

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Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

Other Papestra speciesCongeneric within Papestra share morphological similarities and require detailed examination for accurate identification.
Other Noctuinae cutworm mothsMembers of the Noctuinae exhibit similar body plans and coloration patterns, necessitating careful taxonomic study for differentiation.

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Taxonomic reference number

The is cataloged under Hodges number 10314 in the MONA ( of North America) system, a standardized numbering scheme for North American Lepidoptera.