Enigmogramma antillea

Becker, 2001

Enigmogramma antillea is a noctuid described by Becker in 2001. It is known from Cuba and Puerto Rico, with a single documented specimen collected in Collier County, Florida in 2012 representing a vagrant or potential range extension. The is characterized by relatively small forewings measuring 14–16 mm, with distinctive coloration useful for identification.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Enigmogramma antillea: /ɛnɪɡməˈɡræmə æntɪˈliə/

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Identification

The combination of small size (forewings 14–16 mm), brown forewings with slight purple iridescence, and gray hindwings that lighten toward the base distinguishes this from similar noctuids. The Florida specimen was identified through morphological examination; geographic origin should be considered when identifying specimens outside the core Caribbean range.

Appearance

Forewings are brown with a slight purple hue, measuring 14–16 mm in length. Hindwings are gray, becoming paler towards the base. The overall size is small for the .

Distribution

Cuba; Puerto Rico. A single specimen was collected in Collier County, Florida, USA in 2012.

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