Dichagyris arabella
Dyar, 1901
cutworm, dart moth
Dichagyris arabella is a of or dart in the , first described by Dyar in 1901. It is classified within the Noctuinae and is to North America. The species has been documented through limited observations, with 14 records on iNaturalist. Like other members of the Dichagyris, it is likely and associated with open .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dichagyris arabella: //daɪˈkædʒɪrɪs ˌærəˈbɛlə//
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Identification
Dichagyris arabella can be distinguished from similar by its placement in the Dichagyris, which is characterized by specific and patterns. The MONA or Hodges number 10873.1 provides a standardized reference for North identification. Accurate identification to species level typically requires examination of genitalia or , as external morphology within Dichagyris is often subtle and variable.
Distribution
North America. The is present across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Other Dichagyris speciesMembers of the Dichagyris share similar external and require examination or molecular methods for definitive separation.
- Euxoa speciesFormerly classified under Euxoa (as Euxoa arabella), these share and habits, necessitating careful taxonomic verification.
More Details
Taxonomic History
The was originally described as Euxoa arabella by Dyar in 1901 (or 1910 according to some sources), and later transferred to the Dichagyris. NCBI records the authority as (Dyar, 1910), reflecting taxonomic revisions.
Cataloging Information
The MONA or Hodges number 10873.1 is used for standardized reference in North systems.
Observation Records
As of available data, iNaturalist documents 14 observations of this , indicating it is infrequently encountered or underreported.