Identification key to the Noctuinae occurring in the Dakotas

D2.  (D1)  Palpi brown laterally, fw without black spot at inception of st line.    
        Abagrotis  anchocelioides (Guenée).

D2.'  Palpi black laterally, fw with black spot at inception of st line.    
        Abagrotis cupida (Grote).
 

D2." Palpi black laterally, at most with diffuse dark area on fw.     Go to D3.

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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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