Trichordestra rugosa
(Morrison, 1875)
Wrinkled Trichordestra
Trichordestra rugosa, the wrinkled trichordestra, is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae. 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 classification system.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichordestra rugosa: /trɪkoʊrdəˈstrə ruːˈɡoʊsə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Trichordestra and similar noctuid by specific wing 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 moth's appearance.
Distribution
North America; recorded from Vermont, United States.
Similar Taxa
- Other Trichordestra speciesCongeneric share general noctuid and require careful examination for proper identification
- Other Noctuinae cutworm mothsSimilar body plan and wing shape; identification relies on specific pattern details and genitalia examination
More Details
Taxonomic authority
First described by Herbert Knowles Morrison in 1875.
Classification number
Hodges number 10302 in the North American Lepidoptera numbering system (MONA - of North America).