Rhyacionia multilineata
Powell, 1978
A small tortricid described by Powell in 1978. The specific epithet "multilineata" refers to multiple lines on the forewings. Like other members of the Rhyacionia, it likely has associations with coniferous plants, though specific records for this remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rhyacionia multilineata: /ˌraɪəˈkoʊniə ˌmʌltiˈlaɪniəˌtɑ/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Rhyacionia by the presence of multiple distinct longitudinal lines on the forewings, as indicated by the species name. Forewing pattern consists of alternating light and dark striations. Genitalia provides definitive separation from ; examination of male valvae and female sterigma required for certain identification.
Habitat
Associated with coniferous forest environments, particularly pine-dominated .
Distribution
Known from western North America; type locality in California. Distribution records sparse due to limited collecting effort.
Host Associations
- Pinus - probableInferred from -level association; no confirmed records for this
Similar Taxa
- Rhyacionia frustranaSimilar size and general appearance; distinguished by forewing pattern with fewer, less distinct lines and different male genitalia structure
- Rhyacionia rigidanaOverlaps in distribution; multilineata distinguished by more pronounced longitudinal striations on forewings