Agrotis spp. belong to the family
A. Melolonthidae
B. Noctuidae
C. Pyralidae
D. Crambidae
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Agrotis spp. belong to the family Noctuidae.Cutworms (Agrotis spp.) are cosmopolitan and polyphagous pests distributed throughout the world, which belong to the family Noctuidae, and about 26 species are found associated with agriculturally important crops in India and some other countries of world.
They are medium-sized, stoutly built moths. They are nocturnal and attracted to light. Labial palp is well developed. Crochets on the larval prolegs are all of one size and arranged in a semi-circle.
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