Paralobesia sambuci
(Clarke, 1953)
Paralobesia sambuci is a of tortricid in the Tortricidae, Olethreutinae. It was described by Clarke in 1953. The Paralobesia contains several species associated with plants, including the economically significant (Paralobesia viteana). Very few observations of P. sambuci have been documented, with only two records in iNaturalist as of the source date.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paralobesia sambuci: /ˌpærəloʊˈbiːziə ˈsæmbjuːsaɪ/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Paralobesia by genitalic and association. The specific epithet "sambuci" suggests a connection to elderberry (Sambucus). Accurate identification to species level requires examination of genitalia or molecular analysis.
Distribution
Documented distribution is sparse; known from few localities based on limited observations. The epithet and affiliation suggest potential association with temperate regions where plants occur.
Host Associations
- Sambucus - probable plantInferred from specific epithet 'sambuci', which references elderberry . Direct feeding records have not been documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Paralobesia viteanaCongeneric with similar ; P. viteana is a major agricultural pest of grapes, while P. sambuci appears to be associated with elderberry based on species epithet.
- Other OlethreutinaeMembers of the same share general body plan and wing patterning characteristics, requiring genitalic dissection for definitive identification.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The Paralobesia is classified in the tribe Olethreutini within Olethreutinae. in this genus are typically small with forewings that fold roof-like over the body at rest.
Data deficiency
This is extremely poorly documented in public sources. Only two iNaturalist observations were recorded at the time of source compilation, indicating either genuine rarity, undercollection, or difficulty in field identification.