Abagrotis apposita
Grote, 1878
cutworm moth, dart moth
Abagrotis apposita is a noctuid described by Grote in 1878. It belongs to a of and dart moths whose larvae are known as cutworms. The species occurs in North America and has been assigned Hodges number 11037. It is part of the diverse Noctuidae , one of the largest moth families.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Abagrotis apposita: //æbəˈɡroʊtɪs əˈpoʊsɪtə//
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Identification
Abagrotis apposita can be distinguished from other Abagrotis by genitalia examination; external identification to species level within this is challenging due to similar forewing patterns. The Hodges number 11037 provides a standardized reference for North American Lepidoptera identification.
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Distribution
North America
Similar Taxa
- Other Abagrotis speciesSimilar forewing patterns and size make external identification difficult without genitalia dissection