Anicla mus

Lafontaine, 2004

Anicla mus is a of owlet moth in the Noctuidae, described by J. Donald Lafontaine in 2004. It belongs to the Anicla, a group of small to medium-sized noctuid found in North America. The species is part of the diverse noctuid fauna attracted to blacklights during fall and early winter months. Like other members of its genus, it is likely in its activity pattern.

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How to pronounce Anicla mus: /ˈænɪklə ˈmʌs/

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Distribution

North America

Seasonality

Fall and early winter; have been observed at blacklights in late October

Behavior

are attracted to artificial light sources such as blacklights

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