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Toadflax Brocade Moth

Calophasia lunula

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Noctuidae ›Genus: Calophasia

About

Calophasia lunula is a species of noctuid moth known by the common names toadflax moth and toadflax brocade moth. It is used as an agent of biological pest control against yellow toadflax (Linaria vulgaris) and Dalmatian toadflax (Linaria genistifolia ssp. dalmatica) in areas where they are considered noxious weeds, such as in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Toadflax Brocade Moth?
The scientific name of Toadflax Brocade Moth is Calophasia lunula.
What is the conservation status of Toadflax Brocade Moth?
The Toadflax Brocade Moth has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the family Noctuidae.
What genus does Toadflax Brocade Moth belong to?
Toadflax Brocade Moth belongs to the genus Calophasia.