Anacampsis fragariella
Busck, 1904
Anacampsis fragariella is a small described by August Busck in 1904. It occurs in North America with records from the northeastern United States, Great Lakes region, and Pacific Northwest. The is associated with plants (Fragaria), with feeding on these . have a wingspan of approximately 16 mm and exhibit characteristic patterning with a darker .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anacampsis fragariella: /ˌænəˈkæmpsɪs frəɡəˈriːɛlə/
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Identification
Distinguished from similar Anacampsis by the combination of light whitish with a broad, ill-defined darker mahogany-brown specifically at the third. The relatively uniform base color deepening toward the tip, rather than having strong markings, aids separation from . Dark fuscous provide additional contrast characteristic of this species.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan approximately 16 mm. light whitish , deepening in color toward the . Broad, ill-defined mahogany-brown present at third of forewing. dark fuscous. Overall coloration subtle with muted brown tones.
Distribution
North America: recorded from Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Washington in the United States; also present in Alberta, Canada.
Diet
feed on Fragaria (). feeding habits not documented.
Host Associations
- Fragaria - larval feed on Fragaria
Human Relevance
Minor potential relevance as a pest of cultivated , though economic impact not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Anacampsis species share general and size; distinguished by specific pattern of A. fragariella with mahogany- on light background
- Other Gelechiidae with brown patterningmany small exhibit similar coloration; precise pattern and geographic range help separate