Sympistis amun

Troubridge, 2008

Sympistis amun is a in the Noctuidae, described by James T. Troubridge in 2008. It is found in western North America, ranging from southwestern Alberta and British Columbia southward to northern California, at elevations around 5,400 feet. are active during summer months.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sympistis amun: /sɪmˈpɪstɪs ˈɑːmʊn/

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Identification

Distinguished from other Sympistis by geographic distribution and elevation; found in dry mountainous forests at approximately 5,400 feet. Specific diagnostic morphological features not documented in available sources.

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Appearance

Wingspan 32–39 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details not described in available sources.

Habitat

Dry mountainous forests at altitudes of about 5,400 feet (1,600 metres).

Distribution

Western North America: southwestern Alberta to British Columbia, southward to northern California.

Seasonality

on wing from June to August.

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Taxonomic history

Described by James T. Troubridge in 2008. The specific epithet 'amun' references the ancient Egyptian deity, following a pattern in the Sympistis of names derived from Egyptian mythology.

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