Zeiraphera hesperiana
Mutuura & Freeman, 1967
Douglas-fir Bud Moth
Zeiraphera hesperiana is a North American tortricid described in 1967. It belongs to the bud moth Zeiraphera, which includes several economically significant forest pests. The species is associated with coniferous , particularly Douglas-fir.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Zeiraphera hesperiana: /zeɪrɑːˈfɪərə hɛspəˈriːənə/
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Distribution
Western North America; associated with Douglas-fir forests.
Diet
Larvae feed on Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) needles.
Host Associations
- Pseudotsuga menziesii - larval foodplantDouglas-fir
Human Relevance
Member of a containing serious forest pests; may impact Douglas-fir stands.