Anarsioses
Davis, 2019
Species Guides
1Anarsioses is a of leafmining in the Gracillariidae, established by Davis in 2019 to accommodate the formerly known as Phyllonorycter aberrans. The genus was separated from Phyllonorycter based on distinctive morphological and molecular evidence, particularly the unusual asymmetry of the male genitalia and differences in larval . It is currently , containing only the type species Anarsioses aberrans.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anarsioses: /ˌæn.ɑrˈsi.oʊˌsiːz/
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Identification
Distinguished from the closely related Phyllonorycter by asymmetry of the male genitalia, a rare trait among Gracillariidae. Resembles Phyllonorycter in general and wing venation. The larval also differs from typical Phyllonorycter .
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Distribution
North America. The type was originally described from Ohio, USA.
Life Cycle
Leafmining larvae; specific developmental details not documented in available sources.
Behavior
Larvae are leafminers. The larval differs from that of Phyllonorycter , though specific behavioral details are not elaborated in available literature.
Similar Taxa
- PhyllonorycterVery similar in general and wing venation; distinguished by symmetrical male genitalia and different larval . The two were historically confused, with Anarsioses aberrans formerly placed in Phyllonorycter.