Abagrotis forbesi

Benjamin, 1921

Forbes' dart moth

A noctuid described by Benjamin in 1921. The species is part of the diverse dart moth Abagrotis, which contains numerous North American species. The specific epithet honors an entomologist, likely William T.M. Forbes, a prominent lepidopterist. The species has been documented in North America with 23 iNaturalist observations, though detailed natural history information appears limited in available sources.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Abagrotis forbesi: //æbəˈɡroʊtɪs ˈfɔrbzaɪ//

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Distribution

North America. The has been recorded as present on the continent based on GBIF distribution records. Specific range details beyond this continental-level occurrence are not clearly documented in available sources.

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