Hypocoena rufostrigata facts for kids
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Hypocoena
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H. rufostrigata
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| Hypocoena rufostrigata (Packard, 1867)
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The Hypocoena rufostrigata is a type of moth. It belongs to a group of moths called Noctuidae. A scientist named Alpheus Spring Packard first described this moth in 1867.
About the Rufostrigata Moth
This moth is known for its size. Its wingspan is about 26 to 30 millimeters (which is about 1 to 1.2 inches). That's roughly the length of a small paperclip!
Where It Lives
You can find this moth in many parts of North America. It lives along the Atlantic coast. Its home range stretches far north into places like the Northwest Territories and Alaska. In the western parts of North America, it can be found as far south as California and Utah.
Life Cycle
Adult Hypocoena rufostrigata moths are active during the warmer months. You can usually see them flying from June to September. For most of these moths, there is one full generation each year. This means they go through their entire life cycle once. Sometimes, there might be a partial second generation. This happens when some moths complete another part of their life cycle before winter.
