British Insects: the Genera of Lepidoptera-Noctuidae |
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Parallelia auct., Parallela.
Hindwings exhibiting vein 5. Vein 5 of the hindwings strong; arising nearer to vein 4 than to vein 6; convergent on vein 4 near their bases. Middle tibiae with spines.
British representation. 1 species (adventive); algira* (The Passenger, adventive or sporadic migrant).
Classification. Catocalinae.
Illustrations: • Catocalinae: Kirby 42 (part).
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Cite this publication as: ‘Watson, L., and Dallwitz, M.J. 2003 onwards. British insects: the genera of Lepidoptera-Noctuidae. Version: 9th June 2008. http://delta-intkey.com’.