Acronicta increta Dagger Complex
Difficult to discern as larvae and adults. Complex composed of A. albarufa, A. increta, A. ovata, and A. tristis. Fam. Noctuidae
Host plant: Found on variety of oak (Quercus spp.)
2024 Caterpillar Season – Acronicta increta Dagger Complex
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