Cutworm-moth
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Euxoa edictalis
Euxoa edictalis is a moth species in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1893. The species has a wingspan of 35–39 mm and occurs in western North America from southern Alberta and Montana west to British Columbia, and south through California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. Adults are active in May in Alberta, with one generation per year. Like other Euxoa species, the larvae are likely cutworms that feed on plants, though specific host records for this species are not documented.
Euxoa maderensis
Euxoa maderensis is a species of owlet moth (family Noctuidae) in the subfamily Noctuinae, described by Lafontaine in 1976. Like other members of the genus Euxoa, it is likely a nocturnal moth with larvae that function as cutworms—surface-feeding caterpillars that cut plant stems at or near soil level. The specific epithet "maderensis" suggests an association with the Madeira region or similar habitat, though detailed life history information for this particular species appears limited in published literature. The genus Euxoa is widely distributed across North America and includes numerous agricultural pest species.
Euxoa nostra
Euxoa nostra is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1890. It is found in North America, with distribution records from Alberta and Saskatchewan in Canada. The species has a MONA or Hodges number of 10800. As a member of the genus Euxoa, it belongs to a group of moths whose larvae are commonly known as cutworms.
Euxoa pestula
Euxoa pestula is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1904. It belongs to the genus Euxoa, a large group of cutworm moths found primarily in North America. The species is documented from the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Like other Euxoa species, the larvae are likely cutworms that feed on plant stems and roots, though specific life history details for this species remain poorly documented.
Euxoa septentrionalis
Northern Cutworm
Euxoa septentrionalis is a cutworm moth in the family Noctuidae. It occurs in North America, with records from Alberta and Manitoba in Canada. Like other Euxoa species, it likely overwinters as a larva. The species is part of a large genus of cutworm moths, many of which are agricultural pests.
Euxoa shasta
Euxoa shasta is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by J. Donald Lafontaine in 1975. It belongs to a large genus of cutworm moths distributed across North America. The species is poorly documented in scientific literature and appears to be rarely encountered, with only two observations recorded in iNaturalist. Its specific biology, distribution, and ecological relationships remain largely unknown.
Euxoa trifasciata
Euxoa trifasciata is a noctuid moth species found in western North America. It belongs to the large genus Euxoa, which contains numerous cutworm species. The species was described by Smith in 1888. Available records indicate its presence in Oregon, Washington, Colorado, and California, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Euxoa ustulata
Euxoa ustulata is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by J. Donald Lafontaine in 1976. It belongs to the large genus Euxoa, which includes numerous cutworm and dart moth species distributed across North America. The species is part of the diverse Noctuinae subfamily, whose larvae are commonly known as cutworms or armyworms. Information specific to E. ustulata remains limited in the provided sources, though the genus is well-documented for its agricultural significance and ecological roles.
Hadena capsularis
Capsule Moth
Hadena capsularis, commonly known as the capsule moth, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Guenée in 1852. The species is native to North America, with confirmed records from the Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Hadena circumvadis
cutworm moth, dart moth
Hadena circumvadis is a noctuid moth species described by Smith in 1902. It belongs to the tribe Hadenini, a group commonly known as cutworm or dart moths. The species is documented from the Canadian Prairie provinces with limited observational records.
Hadena lafontainei
Lafontaine's Hadena
Hadena lafontainei is a noctuid moth described by Troubridge and Crabo in 2002. The species is named in honor of Canadian lepidopterist J. Donald Lafontaine. It belongs to the diverse genus Hadena, which includes many species associated with flowering plants.
Hemieuxoa rudens
Creaky Dart
Hemieuxoa rudens is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the Creaky Dart. It is native to North America and belongs to the subfamily Noctuinae, which includes many cutworm and dart moth species. The species was originally described as Agrotis rudens by Harvey in 1875 before being transferred to the genus Hemieuxoa.
Hemipachnobia monochromatea
Sundew Cutworm Moth, Sundew Dart
A small to medium-sized noctuid moth found in wetland habitats across northern North America. The common name references an association with sundew plants (Drosera), though the nature of this relationship remains unclear. Adults are active in late summer and early autumn. The species is among the more obscure members of the cutworm moth group, with limited biological documentation.
Hexorthodes accurata
cutworm moth, dart moth
Hexorthodes accurata is a species of noctuid moth described by H. Edwards in 1882. It is classified among the cutworm or dart moths, a group known for their robust bodies and soil-associated larval habits. The species is documented from North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 10601 for North American Lepidoptera inventory purposes.
Hexorthodes emendata
cutworm moth, dart moth
Hexorthodes emendata is a species of noctuid moth described in 1985. It belongs to the cutworm and dart moth group within the family Noctuidae. The species is recorded from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 10603.2 for North American moth classification. Published observations of this species remain limited.
Hexorthodes nipana
Hexorthodes nipana is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1910. Originally described as Mamestra nipana, it is currently placed in the genus Hexorthodes. The species is found in North America and is assigned Hodges number 10286.
Hexorthodes serrata
serrated dart moth
Hexorthodes serrata is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It is found in North America. The species was described by Smith in 1900 and is assigned Hodges number 10592 in the North American moth classification system. As a member of the subfamily Noctuinae and tribe Eriopygini, it belongs to a diverse group of ground-dwelling moths whose larvae are commonly known as cutworms.
Hillia iris
iris rover, Iris Rover Moth
Hillia iris, commonly known as the iris rover, is a noctuid moth species described by Johan Wilhelm Zetterstedt in 1839. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group within the family Noctuidae. The species is found in North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and Norway. It has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 9967.
Homoglaea carbonaria
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homoglaea carbonaria is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Harvey in 1876. It was originally placed in the genus Lithophane before being transferred to Homoglaea. The species is known from North America, with records from the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. As a member of the Noctuidae, it likely has a typical noctuid life cycle with larvae that are cutworms, though specific biological details remain poorly documented. The MONA or Hodges number for this species is 9883.
Homoglaea dives
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homoglaea dives is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1907. It is found in North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9882. As a member of the Xylenini tribe within Noctuinae, it belongs to a diverse group of nocturnal moths whose larvae are commonly known as cutworms.
Homoglaea hircina
Goat Sallow
Homoglaea hircina, the goat sallow, is a noctuid moth species described by Morrison in 1876. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group within the family Noctuidae. The species is documented across North America with substantial observational records.
Homorthodes fractura
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homorthodes fractura is a noctuid moth species described by Smith in 1906. It belongs to the subfamily Noctuinae, commonly known as cutworm or dart moths. Two subspecies are recognized: H. f. fractura and H. f. mecrona. The species is recorded from North America with 74 iNaturalist observations as of data collection.
Homorthodes gigantoides
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homorthodes gigantoides is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1912. It belongs to the large and diverse subfamily Noctuinae, which contains many economically important agricultural pests. The species is known from North America, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented.
Homorthodes hanhami
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homorthodes hanhami is a noctuid moth species described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1911. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group within the family Noctuidae. The species is known from two recognized subspecies: H. h. hanhami and H. h. semicarnea. It has been documented across North America with over 330 iNaturalist observations.
Homorthodes mania
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homorthodes mania is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Strecker in 1899. It belongs to a genus of small noctuid moths found primarily in North America. The species is recognized by its MONA/Hodges number 10537. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a nocturnal moth with larvae that feed on herbaceous vegetation.
Homorthodes perturba
cutworm, dart moth
Homorthodes perturba is a species of noctuid moth first described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1943. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group within the family Noctuidae, a large and diverse family of moths commonly known as owlet moths. The species is documented from North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited in available sources.
Homorthodes rectiflava
cutworm moth, dart moth
Homorthodes rectiflava is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1908. It belongs to the tribe Eriopygini within the subfamily Noctuinae. The species is recorded from North America.
Hydraecia perobliqua
False Rosy Rustic Moth
Hydraecia perobliqua, known as the false rosy rustic moth, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Hampson in 1910 and is found in North America. The species belongs to the genus Hydraecia, which includes several closely related species that can be difficult to distinguish.
Hydroeciodes auripurpura
Hydroeciodes auripurpura
Hydroeciodes auripurpura is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, endemic to Texas. It has a wingspan of 28–32 mm. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10639. First described by Blanchard in 1968, it is a member of the tribe Eriopygini within the subfamily Noctuinae.
Hydroeciodes serrata
cutworm, dart moth
Hydroeciodes serrata is a moth species in the family Noctuidae, first described by Grote in 1880. Originally named Gortyna serrata, it is currently classified within the genus Hydroeciodes. The species belongs to the tribe Eriopygini within the subfamily Noctuinae. It occurs in North America.
Hyppa brunneicrista
Hyppa brunneicrista is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1902. It belongs to the genus Hyppa within the subfamily Noctuinae. The species is documented from North America and has been assigned the Hodges number 9580. Available records indicate limited observational data, with approximately 25 documented occurrences.
Hyppa contrasta
Summer Hyppa Moth, Russian Mustard Moth
Hyppa contrasta is a noctuid moth in the subfamily Noctuinae, commonly called the summer hyppa moth or Russian mustard moth. It was described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1946. The species occurs across northern North America, with records from the Canadian prairies and northeastern United States.
Hyppa indistincta
indistinct hyppa moth
Hyppa indistincta is a species of cutworm moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1894. It belongs to the genus Hyppa, which contains several North American noctuid moths. The species is recorded from North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9581. Published records remain limited, with few documented observations relative to other noctuids.
Iodopepla u-album
White-eyed Borer Moth
Iodopepla u-album, commonly known as the white-eyed borer moth, is a species of cutworm moth in the family Noctuidae. The species was originally described as Ceramica u-album by Guenée in 1852. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9522 in North American moth classification systems.
Lacanobia atlantica
Atlantic Arches Moth
Lacanobia atlantica, commonly known as the Atlantic arches moth, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Grote in 1874. The species is found in North America, with distribution records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). It is assigned the MONA/Hodges number 10297.
Lacanobia grandis
Grand Arches Moth
Lacanobia grandis, commonly known as the Grand Arches Moth, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It is a nocturnal species attracted to light traps. The species has been documented in long-term moth monitoring studies, where it has shown variable abundance patterns typical of many noctuid moths.
Lacanobia nevadae
Nevada Arches Moth
Lacanobia nevadae, commonly known as the Nevada Arches Moth, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. First described by Grote in 1876 under the basionym Mamestra nevadae, this moth is found in North America, particularly in the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10296. As a member of the genus Lacanobia, it belongs to a group of moths whose population trends have been studied in long-term monitoring efforts, though specific ecological data for this species remains limited.
Lacanobia radix
Garden Arches Moth, garden arches
Lacanobia radix is a species of cutworm moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the garden arches moth. It is native to North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10298. As a member of the genus Lacanobia, it belongs to a group of moths whose long-term population trends have been studied in European research, though specific abundance data for L. radix itself is limited.
Lacinipolia basiplaga
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia basiplaga is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1905. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group, a common name referring to the soil-dwelling caterpillars that cut through plant stems at ground level. The species is found in North America. Adults are attracted to light and are among the larger moths in the genus Lacinipolia. Species-level identification within this genus typically requires examination of genitalia or other microscopic features, as visual appearance alone is insufficient.
Lacinipolia circumcincta
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia circumcincta is a noctuid moth species native to North America, originally described by Smith in 1891. As a member of the cutworm moth group, adults are attracted to ultraviolet light sources and are active during summer months. The species is part of a genus whose members are difficult to distinguish visually from one another.
Lacinipolia comis
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia comis is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as a cutworm or dart moth. It was first described by Grote in 1876. The species is found in North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10408. Like other members of the genus Lacinipolia, adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Lacinipolia consimilis
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia consimilis is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by McDunnough in 1937. It belongs to the genus Lacinipolia, commonly known as cutworm or dart moths. The species is distributed in North America. As with many Lacinipolia species, visual identification to species level is challenging and typically requires examination of genitalia.
Lacinipolia davena
red-spot polia, Red-spot Polia Moth
Lacinipolia davena is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the red-spot polia. It is one of the larger moths in the genus Lacinipolia, which are frequently attracted to blacklights at night. The species was first described by Smith in 1901. Adults are difficult to distinguish from other Lacinipolia species by appearance alone.
Lacinipolia lepidula
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia lepidula is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as cutworm or dart moths. The species was first described by Smith in 1888 under the basionym Mamestra lepidula. It is one of numerous species in the genus Lacinipolia, a group of medium-sized noctuid moths found primarily in North America. Species in this genus are often difficult to distinguish from one another by external appearance alone.
Lacinipolia lorea
bridled arches, Bridled Arches Moth
Lacinipolia lorea, commonly known as the bridled arches or Bridled Arches Moth, is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. It is found across North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species is one of several in the genus Lacinipolia that are difficult to distinguish by appearance alone. It has been observed at blacklight traps during summer moth surveys.
Lacinipolia lustralis
Lustrous Arches
Lacinipolia lustralis is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the Lustrous Arches. It is found in North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). Like other members of the genus Lacinipolia, it is nocturnal and attracted to lights. The species was originally described by Grote in 1875 under the basionym Dianthoecia lustralis.
Lacinipolia marinitincta
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia marinitincta is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Harvey in 1875. It belongs to the genus Lacinipolia, which contains medium-sized owlet moths that are often difficult to distinguish visually at the species level. The species is known from North America, with observations documented in the western United States including Colorado. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light sources.
Lacinipolia martini
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia martini is a noctuid moth species described in 2001 by Selman & Leuschner. It belongs to the owlet moth genus Lacinipolia, a group whose members are difficult to distinguish by external appearance alone. The species occurs in North America and is attracted to blacklights, with adults active during summer months. Like other Lacinipolia species, it is presumed to have a larval stage that functions as a cutworm, though specific life history details remain poorly documented.
Lacinipolia mimula
Lacinipolia mimula is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Grote in 1883. It is part of the owlet moth genus Lacinipolia, which contains numerous similar species that are difficult to distinguish by appearance alone. The species has been recorded in North America. Like other members of its genus, adults are nocturnal and attracted to light sources.
Lacinipolia olivacea
olive arches, Olive Arches Moth
Lacinipolia olivacea is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It occurs in North America with confirmed records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10406.