Xestia cinerascens

Smith, 1891

cutworm, dart moth

Xestia cinerascens is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1891. Originally placed in the Pachnobia, it is now classified within Xestia. The species is found in North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10949. Like other cutworm moths, it belongs to a group whose larvae are known for feeding on plant stems at or below ground level.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Xestia cinerascens: //ˈzɛs.ti.ə ˌsɪ.nəˈɹæs.ɛnz//

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Distribution

North America. Specific range details within the continent are not documented in available sources.

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Pachnobia cinerascens by Smith in 1891, later transferred to Xestia.

Reference number

Assigned MONA ( Photographers Group) or Hodges number 10949 for North American moth identification.