Identification key to the Notodontidae occurring in the Dakotas

2B3.  (2B)   Forewing crossed by a transverse line of black and metallic scales.  Hind tibia with
        distal pair of spurs only.  Gluphisia septentrionis Walker.

2B3.'  Forewing with pale yellow or orange basal and reniform spots.  Hind tibiae with two
        pairs of spurs.  Gluphisia avimacula Hudson.

Note: tibia picture is Peridea basitriens.

2B3."  Forewing predominately gray, without yellow spots or metallic scales.  Hind tibiae with two
        pairs of spurs.  Gluphisia severa Hy. Edwards.*

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Last updated: 04/14/09

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