Clepsis flavidana

(McDunnough, 1923)

Clepsis flavidana is a of leafroller in the Tortricidae. It occurs in central and eastern North America, with records from Manitoba, Maryland, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. are active during summer months, and larvae feed on Rosa species.

Pronunciation

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Identification

Wingspan 26–28 mm. Distinguishing features from similar Clepsis require examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis; specific diagnostic characters for C. flavidana are not documented in the provided sources.

Distribution

Recorded from Manitoba (Canada), Maryland, Minnesota, and Wisconsin (United States).

Seasonality

have been recorded on wing from June to August.

Diet

Larvae feed on Rosa (roses).

Host Associations

Rosa - larval -level identification only

Similar Taxa

Clepsis peritanaCongeneric in same , similar size and general appearance; C. peritana is known as the Garden Tortrix and has broader distribution including western North America
Clepsis melaleucanaCongeneric with overlapping range in eastern North America; requires genitalia examination for reliable separation