Synanthedon viburni
Engelhardt, 1925
Viburnum Clearwing Borer, Arrowwood Borer
A clearwing moth in the Sesiidae that develops as a borer in viburnum shrubs. are and -mimicking, with transparent wings and dark bodies. The is a documented pest of native arrowwood viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) and European cranberry bush viburnum (V. trilobum), causing crown damage that can kill established plants.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Synanthedon viburni: /sɪˈnænθɪdɒn vaɪˈbɜːrnaɪ/
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Distribution
Nearctic region. Documented from North America, with specific records from the United States.
Diet
Larvae bore into and feed on the crowns and stems of Viburnum .
Host Associations
- Viburnum dentatum - larval arrowwood viburnum; documented plant with significant damage reported
- Viburnum trilobum - larval European cranberry bush viburnum; previously known as Viburnum opulus var. trilobum; documented plant
Human Relevance
Documented as a pest of ornamental and native viburnum plantings. cause crown boring damage that can destroy established shrubs. Management approaches include planting viburnum , pruning and destroying branches with masses, and supporting natural .
Similar Taxa
- Synanthedon fatiferaAlso a viburnum borer; distinguished by coloration—S. fatifera is described as mostly purple-blue-black with white spots on , legs, and , while S. viburni coloration is not detailed in available sources
- Synanthedon acerniAnother Synanthedon clearwing borer; S. acerni has been observed at blacklights, a not reported for S. viburni