Epinotia cercocarpana
(Dyar, 1903)
Epinotia cercocarpana is a small in the Tortricidae, Olethreutinae. The was described by Harrison Dyar in 1903. The specific epithet references Cercocarpus, a of mountain mahogany plants, suggesting a possible association. As with many small olethreutine moths, detailed and ecological information remain limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epinotia cercocarpana: /ˌɛpɪˈnoʊʃə ˌsɜrkəˈkɑrpənə/
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Distribution
North America; specific range details are not well documented in readily accessible sources.
Host Associations
- Cercocarpus - probable larval Inferred from specific epithet 'cercocarpana', though direct confirmation of this relationship has not been located in the provided sources.
Similar Taxa
- Other Epinotia speciesMany Epinotia are small, brownish with similar patterns; dissection of is typically required for definitive identification.
- Other Eucosmini generaOlethreutine in the tribe Eucosmini share general body plan and coloration, requiring careful examination of and for separation.
More Details
Nomenclature
The specific epithet 'cercocarpana' strongly suggests an association with Cercocarpus (Rosaceae), a of shrubs commonly known as mountain mahogany. This follows a common pattern in where names reflect associations. However, the original description by Dyar (1903) should be consulted to confirm whether this was explicitly stated or merely inferred by later authors.
Taxonomic placement
Epinotia is a large within the tribe Eucosmini, containing numerous small, often poorly known . The genus has undergone significant revision, and species limits in many groups remain uncertain. Modern identification relies heavily on dissection and molecular data.