Protogygia postera

Fauske & Lafontaine, 2004

cutworm moth, dart moth

Protogygia postera is a of or dart in the , described by Fauske & Lafontaine in 2004. It is known from the Canadian provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. The Protogygia comprises a small group of distributed in North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Protogygia postera: /prɒtəˈdʒɪdʒiə pɒˈstɛrə/

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Identification

The Protogygia is characterized by with a distinct pattern of dark and light markings. within this genus are generally similar in appearance and require examination of or molecular markers for definitive identification. Protogygia postera can be distinguished from by subtle differences in pattern and male genitalia structure as described in the original species description.

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Distribution

Recorded from Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. The is present in North America, with distribution centered in the Canadian Prairie Provinces.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Protogygia species in the Protogygia share similar patterns and body , requiring detailed examination for accurate identification.

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Taxonomic history

Described in 2004 by Fauske and Lafontaine, representing a relatively recent addition to the North fauna.

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