Rhyacionia granti

Miller, 1985

Jack Pine Shoot Borer

Rhyacionia granti is a of tortricid in the Tortricidae, described by Miller in 1985. It belongs to the Rhyacionia, a group commonly known as shoot borers or tip moths that are associated with coniferous trees. The species is known by the Jack Pine Shoot Borer, indicating its association with jack pine (Pinus banksiana). As a member of the Olethreutinae and Eucosmini tribe, it shares characteristics with other conifer-feeding tortricids in the genus.

Pronunciation

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Habitat

Associated with jack pine (Pinus banksiana) forests, based on the and -level .

Diet

Larvae likely feed on jack pine (Pinus banksiana) shoots and needles, based on the and the known of in Rhyacionia.

Host Associations

Pinus banksiana - Inferred from 'Jack Pine Shoot Borer'; jack pine is the presumed larval plant.

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Taxonomic notes

Rhyacionia granti was described by Miller in 1985. The Rhyacionia currently contains approximately 35 described , primarily distributed in the Holarctic region. Many species in this genus are economically important forest pests.

Data availability

Limited published information is available for this . Most records appear to come from collection databases (GBIF, iNaturalist) rather than primary ecological or behavioral studies. The 33 iNaturalist observations suggest it is documented but not extensively studied.