Sonia constrictana

(Zeller, 1875)

constricted sonia moth

Sonia constrictana is a small in the , commonly known as the constricted sonia moth. It occurs across eastern and central North America, with records from the United States and southern Canada. are active from late spring through early autumn. The species is one of approximately 10,000 described tortricid moths worldwide, a family known for including many economically significant agricultural pests.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sonia constrictana: /ˈsoʊniə kənˈstrɪktənə/

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Identification

A very small with a wingspan of 14 mm. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing it from are not documented in available sources. As with many Olethreutinae, identification to level typically requires examination of or detailed pattern analysis by .

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Distribution

Eastern and central North America. Recorded from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Quebec (Canada), South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Vermont.

Seasonality

are on from May to September.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Sonia species within the Sonia share similar size, patterns, and preferences, requiring examination for reliable identification.

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