Epinotia biangulana
(Walsingham, 1879)
Epinotia biangulana is a small tortricid in the Tortricidae, Olethreutinae. Originally described as Steganoptycha biangulana by Walsingham in 1879, it was later transferred to the Epinotia. The is part of the diverse Eucosmini tribe, which contains numerous small moths associated with various plants. Records in iNaturalist indicate it has been observed at least 10 times, though detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epinotia biangulana: /ɛpɪˈnoʊʃə biæŋˈɡjuːlænə/
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Distribution
Specific geographic distribution details are not well documented in available sources. Based on the original description by Walsingham and limited observational records, the appears to occur in North America, though precise range boundaries are not established.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Steganoptycha biangulana by Lord Walsingham in 1879, this was later transferred to the Epinotia. The basionym Steganoptycha biangulana is now treated as a synonym.