Orthosia behrensiana
(Grote, 1875)
Behrens' Orthosia
Orthosia behrensiana is a of owlet moth ( Noctuidae) described by Grote in 1875. It is found in North America. Like other members of the Orthosia, it likely has a single per year with active in early spring.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orthosia behrensiana: /ɔrˈθoʊsiə bɛˈrɛnsiːˌænə/
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Identification
Orthosia behrensiana belongs to a of early spring-emerging Noctuidae that can be challenging to distinguish from one another. Within Orthosia, identification often requires examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis. It can be separated from similar spring Orthosia species by specific pattern elements on the forewings, though precise diagnostic features require examination.
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Distribution
North America
Seasonality
are active in early spring, consistent with the Orthosia which typically has a single emerging March through May.
Life Cycle
Likely has one per year, with emerging in early spring. This pattern is characteristic of the Orthosia, though specific details for O. behrensiana are not documented.
Behavior
are and attracted to artificial light sources. Like other Orthosia , they are among the earliest to appear at lights in spring.
Human Relevance
Not known to be of economic importance. The Hodges number 10485 is used in North American classification systems.
Similar Taxa
- Orthosia hibisciAnother early spring Orthosia with similar ; O. hibisci caterpillars are feeders on deciduous trees and shrubs
- Orthosia cerasiCommon Quaker , shares early spring period and similar -level characteristics
- Orthosia gothicaHebrew Character , similar spring pattern and Noctuidae traits
More Details
Taxonomic authority
Originally described as Graphiphora behrensiana by Grote in 1875, later transferred to Orthosia.
Classification reference
Hodges number 10485 in the North American numbering system (MONA - Moths of North America).