Identification key to the Noctuinae occurring in the Dakotas

B1.  (1bdb)  Fw with vein CuA₂ highlighted with white before pm line.  Go to B2.

B1.'  Fw not as above, reniform spot with a black wedge on outer side. 
        Agrotis ipsilon (Hufnagel)

B1." Fw not as above, gray to yellow-brown with black transverse lines.  Go to B3.

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Last updated: 02/06/07

Dr. Gerald M. Fauske
collection manager, NDSIRC
research specialist, NDSU
216 Hultz Hall
Fargo, ND 58105
E-Mail: Gerald.Fauske@ndsu.nodak.edu

 
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