Pelochrista vagana
(McDunnough, 1925)
Pelochrista vagana is a of tortricid in the tribe Eucosmini, originally described as Eucosma vagana by McDunnough in 1925. It belongs to a large of small moths whose larvae typically feed internally on plant tissues. The species has been documented in North America and is occasionally recorded at blacklight surveys, though it is not among the most frequently encountered tortricids in general collecting efforts.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pelochrista vagana: //ˌpɛ.loʊˈkrɪs.tə vəˈɡɑː.nə//
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Distribution
North America; specific range details not well documented in available sources.
Behavior
Has been observed at blacklighting stations, indicating activity.