Omphaloscelis lunosa

(Haworth, 1809)

Omphaloscelis lunosa is a described by Haworth in 1809, originally placed in Noctua and later transferred to Omphaloscelis. The is currently treated as a synonym of Anchoscelis lunosa (or Agrochola lunosa in some treatments). Records indicate presence in Denmark and Norway.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Omphaloscelis lunosa: //ɒmˌfæl.əˈsiː.lɪs luːˈnoʊ.sə//

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Distribution

Recorded from Denmark (DK) and Norway (NO) based on GBIF distribution data.

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Taxonomic Status

Omphaloscelis lunosa is currently treated as a synonym. Catalogue of Life lists it as a synonym of Anchoscelis (Anchoscelis) lunosa, while GBIF maps it to Agrochola lunosa. The Omphaloscelis is recognized by NCBI but appears to be in taxonomic flux relative to Agrochola and Anchoscelis.

Original Description

First described as Noctua lunosa Haworth, 1809.

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