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Nephelodes minians

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Nephelodes minians
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N. minians
Binomial name
Nephelodes minians
Guenée, 1852
Synonyms
  • Nephelodes violans
  • Nephelodes rubeolans
  • Graphiphora subdolens
  • Graphiphora expansa
  • Monosca subnotata

The Bronzed Cutworm or Shaded Umber Moth (Nephelodes minians) is a moth of the Noctuidae family. It is found in most of North America, except Florida and adjacent states.

Caterpillar

This wingspan is about 40 mm. The moth flies from July to October depending on the location.

The larva feed on various grasses, including cereal crops and corn.

Subspecies

There are three recognised subspecies:

  • Nephelodes minians minians
  • Nephelodes minians tertialis
  • Nephelodes minians pectinata