Pseudexentera kalmiana
McDunnough, 1959
A small tortricid described by McDunnough in 1959. The specific epithet suggests an association with Kalmia (mountain laurel), indicating a likely plant relationship. It belongs to the diverse Pseudexentera, which contains numerous of small moths primarily found in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pseudexentera kalmiana: /suːdɛksɛnˈtɛrə kalmiˈana/
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Distribution
Eastern North America.
Host Associations
- Kalmia - likely plantInferred from specific epithet; requires verification
Similar Taxa
- Pseudexentera species groupMembers of this are morphologically similar small tortricids, often requiring genitalia examination or association data for reliable identification.