Epiblema benignata

Benign Borer

Epiblema benignata, commonly known as the Benign Borer, is a small in the Tortricidae. The Epiblema includes often associated with herbaceous plants, with larvae typically boring into stems or roots. This species is part of a diverse group of tortricid moths found in North America.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Epiblema benignata: /ɛˈpɪbləmə bɪnɪɡˈnɑːtə/

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Distribution

North America

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Taxonomic Context

Epiblema benignata belongs to a of approximately 50 in North America. Many Epiblema species are challenging to identify without examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis.

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