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.

Similar Taxa

  • Zeiraphera griseanaCongeneric larch bud moth with similar and appearance; distinguished by preference and geographic range.
  • Zeiraphera dinianaCongeneric ; historically confused due to similar and bud moth habits.

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