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The Gentle Dagger Moth (Acronicta mansueta) is a species of moth of the Noctuidae family. It was considered a synonym of Acronicta falcula, but was reinstated as a valid species in 2011. It is widespread in western North America, from southern Saskatchewan west to southern British Columbia, and south to at least Colorado and California.
The wingspan is 30–32 mm. Adults are on wing from June to September depending on the location.
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