Ahmosia

Heinrich, 1926

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Ahmosia is a of tortricid moths in the Olethreutinae, established by Heinrich in 1926. The genus contains two described : Ahmosia aspasiana and Ahmosia galbinea. These are part of the diverse Tortricidae , commonly known as leafroller moths. The genus is rarely encountered, with limited observational records available.

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Distribution

Records indicate presence in the United States, specifically Vermont. Additional distribution data is sparse.

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Taxonomic history

The was described by Carl Heinrich in 1926. The type is Ahmosia galbinea Heinrich, 1926. The etymology of the name Ahmosia is not documented in standard references.

Species included

Ahmosia aspasiana (McDunnough, 1922) - originally described in the Semasia; Ahmosia galbinea Heinrich, 1926 - the type of the genus.

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