Agrotis desertorum Boisduval, 1840 new to the Maltese Islands (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)

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https://doi.org/10.57065/shilap.801

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Lepidoptera, Noctuidae, Agrotis, Agrotis desertorum, Maltese Islands

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Agrotis desertorum Boisduval, 1840 is reported for the first time from the Maltese Islands. Distribution and habits of the adult are included. A Maltese name is proposed for this new record.

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2018-09-30

How to Cite

Agius, J. (2018). Agrotis desertorum Boisduval, 1840 new to the Maltese Islands (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). SHILAP Revista De lepidopterología, 46(183), 501–503. https://doi.org/10.57065/shilap.801

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