Abagrotis nanalis
Grote, 1881
Abagrotis nanalis is a small described by Grote in 1881. It occurs in western North America from southern British Columbia to western North Dakota and south to northern New Mexico and California. are active in late summer with a single in Alberta.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Abagrotis nanalis: //ˌæbəˈɡroʊtɪs ˈnænəlɪs//
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Identification
The small wingspan (approximately 25 mm) distinguishes it from larger Abagrotis . Accurate identification likely requires examination of or reference to regional taxonomic for western North .
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Appearance
Wingspan approximately 25 mm. Specific pattern details are not well documented in available sources.
Habitat
Specific preferences are not documented. Based on distribution records, it occurs in montane and foothill regions of western North America.
Distribution
North America: southern British Columbia east to southwest Saskatchewan and western North Dakota, south to northern New Mexico and California. Canadian provincial records include Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Seasonality
active August to September. Single in Alberta.
Life Cycle
Single per year in Alberta (). Larval stages and details are not documented.
Behavior
activity typical of . Specific behaviors are not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Abagrotis speciesLarger in the can be distinguished by greater wingspan; A. nanalis is among the smaller members at approximately 25 mm.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Agrotis nanalis Grote, 1881, later transferred to Abagrotis.