Ancylis brauni
(Heinrich, 1931)
Ancylis brauni is a of tortricid described by Heinrich in 1931. It belongs to the large Ancylis, which comprises numerous small tortrix moths. The species is known from limited distributional records in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont. Like other members of Ancylis, it is presumed to have the characteristic bell-shaped resting posture and hooked wing tips typical of the genus.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
Vermont, United States. Records are sparse, with most documented occurrences from the northeastern US.
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Taxonomic Note
Originally described as Anchylopera brauni by Heinrich in 1931, later transferred to the Ancylis. The basionym Anchylopera brauni is now considered a synonym.
Observation Data
As of available records, iNaturalist documents 137 observations, suggesting the is occasionally encountered but not commonly recorded.