Epiblema dorsisuffusana
(Kearfott, 1908)
Epiblema dorsisuffusana is a small tortricid in the leafroller Tortricidae, Olethreutinae. Like other members of the Epiblema, it is a small moth with distinctive wing patterns. The was described by Kearfott in 1908. As with many small tortricid moths, detailed biological information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epiblema dorsisuffusana: /ˌɛpɪˈbliːmə ˌdɔːrsɪˌsʌˈfjuːsənə/
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Identification
May be distinguished from other Epiblema by wing pattern characteristics, though specific diagnostic features for this species are not well documented in available sources. Similar to congeneric species such as Epiblema tripartitana, which has been noted for its bird-dropping mimicry appearance. Identification to species level typically requires examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis.
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details are limited in available sources, but the Epiblema is broadly distributed across the continent.
Similar Taxa
- Epiblema tripartitanaCongeneric with similar size and general appearance; both are small tortricid moths that may exhibit cryptic coloration patterns
- Other Epiblema speciesMembers of this share similar and size, often requiring detailed examination for accurate -level identification
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Taxonomic placement
This is placed in the tribe Eucosmini within Olethreutinae, a group that includes many small with larvae that are often stem borers or gall makers.