Lampronia aenescens
(Walsingham, 1888)
Lampronia aenescens is a small in the Prodoxidae, first described by Walsingham in 1888. It is known from western North America, where are active in June. The has a wingspan of 10.5–13.5 mm. Larvae feed on Rosa woodsii.
Pronunciation
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other Lampronia by its western North American distribution and association with Rosa woodsii. The small wingspan (10.5–13.5 mm) and June period are diagnostic features. Similar species in the require genitalia examination or larval association for reliable separation.
Appearance
Small with wingspan of 10.5–13.5 mm. Specific coloration and pattern details are not documented in available sources.
Habitat
is inferred from plant distribution; Rosa woodsii occurs in open woodlands, forest edges, and riparian areas across western North America.
Distribution
Western North America: Alberta, southern British Columbia, northern California, and Colorado.
Seasonality
are on wing in June.
Diet
Larvae feed on Rosa woodsii (Wood's rose). feeding habits are not documented.
Host Associations
- Rosa woodsii - larval food plant
Life Cycle
Complete with , larva, pupa, and stages. Specific details of development timing and stage are not documented.
Ecological Role
Larval herbivore on Rosa woodsii. Role in pollination or dynamics is not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Lampronia speciesSimilar size and ; require genitalia dissection or plant association for identification
More Details
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Incurvaria aenescens by Walsingham in 1888, later transferred to Lampronia. placement has varied between Prodoxidae and Incurvariidae in different classifications.