Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Oligia obtusa (Smith, 1902)
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Helotropha obtusa Smith, 1902
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* Phylogenetic sequence #932385
Numbers
There are twelve named species of
Oligia in America north of Mexico.
(1)Identification
Original description as
Helotropha obtusa Smith.
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The darker median area is
trapezoid shaped.
Reniform and orbicular spots lined with light scales.
Hindwing is brownish gray with a diffused darker discal spot.
Range
Across southern Canada and northern United States extending into much of the northern half of the eastern states. Has been recorded in Arizona.
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Moth Photographers Group - large range map with some collection dates.
Season
Most records are from July through September.
(4)Food
Larval host is unknown but suspected to be grasses (Poaceae).
(2)Print References
Beadle, D, & S. Leckie 2012. Peterson Field Guide to Moths of Northeastern North America. p. 448.
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Hampson, 1908. Catalogue of the Lepidoptera Phaenae in the British Museum. p.
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Lafontaine J. D., and B. C. Schmidt 2010. Annotated check list of the Noctuoidea (Insecta, Lepidoptera) of North America North of Mexico. p. 77.
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Smith, J.B. 1902. New species of Noctuidae for 1902. Journal of the New York Entomological Society, vol. 10, p.
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(3)Internet References
Pacific Northwest Moths - detailed species page with pinned adults.
Moth Photographers Group - photos and map with some distribution data.