Pelochrista curlewensis
(Wright, 2007)
Pelochrista curlewensis is a of in the Tortricidae, first described by Wright in 2007. It belongs to the Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. Like other members of the Pelochrista, it is a small moth, but specific details about its biology and distribution remain limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pelochrista curlewensis: //ˌpɛloʊˈkrɪstə ˌkɜːrluːˈwɛnsɪs//
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Taxonomic Note
The epithet 'curlewensis' suggests a locality associated with Curlew, though the specific location (likely in North America given the author) is not confirmed in available sources. The species was described in 2007, making it a relatively recent addition to the Pelochrista.