Trichordestra rugosa
(Morrison, 1875)
Wrinkled Trichordestra
Trichordestra rugosa, the wrinkled trichordestra, is a of or dart in the . It is found in North America. The species was first described by Morrison in 1875. It is assigned Hodges number 10302 in the North American moth system.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichordestra rugosa: /trɪkoʊrdəˈstrə ruːˈɡoʊsə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Trichordestra and similar by specific pattern and morphological characters; precise identification features require examination of specimens. The specific epithet 'rugosa' refers to wrinkled or rough surface texture, likely describing a diagnostic feature of the 's appearance.
Distribution
North America; recorded from Vermont, United States.
Similar Taxa
- Other Trichordestra speciesCongeneric share general and require careful examination for proper identification
- Other Noctuinae cutworm mothsSimilar body plan and shape; identification relies on specific pattern details and examination
More Details
Taxonomic authority
First described by Herbert Knowles Morrison in 1875.
Classification number
Hodges number 10302 in the North American numbering system (MONA - of North America).