Chrysoecia atrolinea

(Barnes & McDunnough, 1912)

Chrysoecia atrolinea is a of in the , Stiriinae. It was described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1912. The species is notable for its bright orange coloration, which is atypical among noctuids. It occurs in southwestern North America, where it has been documented in riparian and mixed conifer forest .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysoecia atrolinea: //ˌkɹɪsoʊˈiːʃə ˌætroʊˈlɪniə//

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Habitat

Observed in riparian zones with cottonwood and box elder, and in dry mixed conifer forest with oaks at elevations around 7,000 feet.

Distribution

North America; documented in New Mexico (Grant County, Mimbres River Preserve area) and southwestern United States.

Seasonality

have been observed in late August.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Chrysoecia speciesSame , likely similar orange coloration; specific distinguishing features not documented in available sources.
  • Other Stiriinae subfamily membersShare characteristics but typically lack the bright orange coloration of C. atrolinea.

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