Epiblema abruptana
(Walsingham, 1879)
Abrupt Epiblema Moth
Epiblema abruptana is a first described by Lord Walsingham in 1879. The belongs to the Epiblema, a group of small moths whose typically feed within stems or rolled leaves. It is to eastern North America, with records extending into Canada. Like other members of its genus, are likely and attracted to light.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epiblema abruptana: /ɛpɪˈbliːmə æbrəpˈtænə/
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Distribution
Eastern United States and possibly Canada. Records include Alberta, Canada.
Similar Taxa
- Epiblema tripartitanaSimilar size, coloration, and patterning; both are North Epiblema with mottled gray- that can appear bird-dropping-like at rest
- Epiblema scudderianaOverlapping geographic range and similar patterning; requires close examination of or detailed wing markings for reliable separation