Retinia burkeana

(Kearfott, 1907)

Retinia burkeana is a of tortricid in the tribe Eucosmini. It was described by Kearfott in 1907 from material in western Canada. The species is recorded from the prairie provinces of Canada and is associated with coniferous . Like other members of the Retinia, it is likely a on Pinaceae.

Retinia burkeana by Claire Moxon-Waltz. Used under a CC BY 4.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Retinia burkeana: /rɛˈtɪniə bɜrˈkiːənə/

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Habitat

Coniferous forests; associated with pine in prairie and regions of western Canada.

Distribution

Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan.

Similar Taxa

  • Retinia resinellaSimilar size and conifer association; R. resinella is a European introduced to North America and differs in geographic origin and preferences.
  • Retinia albicapitanaOverlaps in western Canadian range; R. albicapitana has distinct forewing markings including a prominent white and different wing pattern.

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