Anarsioses aberrans
(Braun, 1930)
A small leafmining in the Gracillariidae, originally described from North America in 1930. The was transferred between multiple before molecular and morphological studies established its placement in the new genus Anarsioses, distinguished from related Phyllonorycter by asymmetrical male genitalia and distinct larval .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anarsioses aberrans: /ænɑːrsiˈoʊsiz əˈbɛrənz/
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Identification
Differs from the closely related Phyllonorycter by unusual asymmetry of the male genitalia; wing venation and general are otherwise similar. The specific larval also distinguishes it, though details are not specified in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from the eastern and central United States: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Kentucky.
Ecological Role
Leafmining larvae create internal feeding tunnels in leaves, potentially affecting plant physiology and serving as prey for and other natural enemies.
Similar Taxa
- PhyllonorycterFormerly classified in this ; distinguished by symmetrical male genitalia and different larval compared to Anarsioses aberrans