Olethreutes osmundana
(Fernald, 1879)
Fern Olethreutes Moth
Olethreutes osmundana, commonly known as the Fern Olethreutes , is a small tortricid moth described by Fernald in 1879. The epithet "osmundana" references the fern Osmunda, suggesting an association with fern . As a member of the Olethreutinae , it belongs to a group of tortricid moths whose larvae are typically internal feeders in plant tissues. The species has been recorded in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Olethreutes osmundana: /oˈleθ.reu̯.teːs ozˈmun.da.na/
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Distribution
Northeastern United States; confirmed records from Vermont, USA.
Host Associations
- Osmunda - suggested by epithetThe specific epithet "osmundana" implies association with ferns of the Osmunda, though larval records require verification.
Similar Taxa
- Olethreutes arcuellaBoth are Olethreutes with similar size and activity patterns; O. arcuella (Arched marble) has distinctive wing patterning with arched markings.
- Olethreutes exoletumAnother Olethreutes found in similar eastern North American ; distinguished by wing pattern and lack of fern association.
More Details
Etymology
The specific epithet "osmundana" derives from Osmunda, a of ferns, indicating the original specimen or type series was likely associated with fern or collected near ferns.
Taxonomic History
Originally described as Penthina osmundana by Fernald in 1879, later transferred to the Olethreutes.