The Australian Cutworms of the genus agrotis (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)

Abstract

A taxonomic revision of the Australian cutworms, previously referred to Agrotis and Euxoa, has shown that nine valid species belong to Agrotis and none to Euxoa, which does not occur in Australia. A new species, A. cygnea from southwestern Australia, is described. The wings and genitalia of each species are figured, and keys to the males and females provided.