Orthosia terminata
(Smith, 1888)
Orthosia terminata is a of or dart moth in the Noctuidae. It was described by Smith in 1888. The species is found in North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10484. Like other members of the Orthosia, it is likely an early spring-emerging with a single per year, though specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orthosia terminata: /ɔrˈθoʊ.si.ə tɜr.mɪˈneɪ.tə/
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Distribution
North America. Specific regional records within this range are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Orthosia hibisciAnother Orthosia with similar spring period and caterpillar feeding habits on deciduous trees; distinguished by specific wing pattern and coloration details not documented for O. terminata
- Orthosia gothicaEuropean with similar early spring pattern and pupal strategy; geographic separation is the primary distinguishing feature
- Orthosia cerasiEuropean known as Common Quaker , sharing -level traits of spring and pupal ; distinguished by distribution and specific wing markings