Sympistis albifasciata

Hampson, 1906

Sympistis albifasciata is a noctuid described by Hampson in 1906. The was originally placed in the Oncocnemis before being transferred to Sympistis. It is found in the Canadian Prairie provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. The specific epithet 'albifasciata' refers to a white band marking, suggesting a distinctive wing pattern.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sympistis albifasciata: /sɪmˈpɪstɪs ˌælbɪfæsiˈɑːtə/

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Distribution

Recorded from Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. The is considered present in North America broadly, though precise range boundaries remain poorly documented.

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Taxonomic History

Originally described as Oncocnemis albifasciata Hampson, 1906. Transferred to Sympistis, a characterized by distinctive genitalia features and often associated with prairie and arid western .

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