Anathix
Franclemont, 1937
Anathix is a of in the , Noctuinae. The genus was established by Franclemont in 1937 and contains four described distributed in North America. These are part of the diverse noctuid fauna of temperate regions.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Anathix can be distinguished from related noctuine by genitalic characters, particularly male valvae structure. External is relatively nondescript, with species showing dull brownish to grayish forewings and typically unmarked or subtly patterned hindwings. The genus lacks the prominent or seen in many related noctuines.
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Distribution
Eastern and central North America. Distribution records include Vermont and other parts of the United States.
Similar Taxa
- DichagyrisSimilar dull coloration and noctuine , but Dichagyris typically show more pronounced forewing maculation and different male structure.
- EuxoaBoth are dull-colored noctuines with similar size range; Euxoa is distinguished by characteristic forewing pattern elements and different genitalic .
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Taxonomic history
The was erected by John G. Franclemont in 1937 to accommodate previously placed in other noctuine genera. The type species is Anathix puta (Grote & Robinson, 1868).
Species diversity
Four are currently recognized: A. aggressa, A. immaculata, A. puta, and A. ralla. The specific epithet 'immaculata' refers to the unmarked or nearly unmarked pattern of that species.