Plagiomimicus

Grote, 1873

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Plagiomimicus is a of owlet moths in the Noctuidae, established by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1873. The genus contains approximately 25 described distributed primarily in North America. Members of this genus are and attracted to artificial light sources. The early life stages of many species remain poorly documented.

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How to pronounce Plagiomimicus: //ˌplædʒioʊˈmɪmɪkəs//

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Distribution

North America

Life Cycle

The early life stages of many Plagiomimicus are unknown. For Plagiomimicus dimidiata, larvae and pupal stages have not been documented.

Behavior

are and have been observed at artificial light sources.

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Taxonomic history

The was erected by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1873 and is classified in the Stiriinae, tribe Stiriini.

Species diversity

The includes approximately 25 described , with several described in the 21st century (e.g., Plagiomimicus kathyae Adams, 2009).

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