Olethreutes hamameliana
(McDunnough, 1944)
Witch-hazel Olethreutes
Olethreutes hamameliana is a small tortricid in the Tortricidae, described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1944. The epithet references witch-hazel (Hamamelis), suggesting a potential plant association. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 2804 in the North American moth numbering system. The species has been documented in the northeastern United States, with iNaturalist records indicating established in Vermont.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Olethreutes hamameliana: /oˈlɛθreʊtes hæməˌmɛliˈænə/
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Distribution
Recorded from Vermont, United States. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in the US, with specific locality data from Vermont.
Host Associations
- Hamamelis - probable epithet suggests association with witch-hazel; specific feeding relationship unconfirmed in available sources
Similar Taxa
- Olethreutes arcuellaCongeneric with similar and activity pattern; both in Olethreutes
- Olethreutes exoletumCongeneric in same , similar size range and tortricid wing patterning