Ancylis muricana

(Walsingham, 1879)

Red-headed Ancylis Moth

Ancylis muricana is a small tortricid in the Tortricidae, commonly known as the Red-headed Ancylis Moth. The was described by Walsingham in 1879 from specimens collected in North America. It is a member of the diverse Ancylis, which contains many species of leaf-roller moths. The refers to the distinctive reddish coloration of the in specimens.

Ancylis muricana by Jacy Lucier. Used under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license.Ancylis muricana (48429712546) by Christina Butler from Georgia, United States. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ancylis muricana: /ˈæŋ.sɪ.lɪs ˌmjʊərɪˈkænə/

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Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

  • Ancylis divisanaSimilar size and wing pattern; distinguished by forewing markings and coloration
  • Ancylis comptanaOverlapping range; A. muricana distinguished by reddish and specific forewing fasciae pattern

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