Identification key to the Plusiinae occurring in the Dakotas

1. Metatibiae with spiniform setae. Metatibiae always possess two pairs of spurs
         and all five tarsal segments possess rows of ventral spiniform setae.  Go to 1a.

1.'  Metatibiae without spiniform setae.  Metatibiae always possess two pairs of spurs
         and all five tarsal segments possess rows of ventral spiniform setae.  Go to 2.

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Last updated: 01/13/05

Gerald M. Fauske
Research Specialist
NDSU
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Fargo, ND 58105
E-Mail: Gerald.Fauske@ndsu.nodak.edu

 
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