Clepsis fucana
(Walsingham, 1879)
Clepsis fucana is a of leafroller in the Tortricidae, distributed along the Pacific coast of North America from British Columbia to California. The species is characterized by forewings measuring 6.4–10.6 mm in length. As a member of the Clepsis, it shares the typical tortricid resting posture with wings held roof-like over the body.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clepsis fucana: /ˈklɛpsɪs fuːˈkaːna/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Images
Distribution
Recorded from British Columbia south to California.
Similar Taxa
- Clepsis peritanaBoth are small tortricid moths in the Clepsis with similar size and general ; C. peritana is more frequently documented and has been observed in Colorado prairie .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
- Blacklighting at the Bohart: They Saw the Light | Bug Squad
- What Will You See at Bohart Museum Open House | Bug Squad
- Oh, What a (Moth) Night! | Bug Squad
- Mark Your Calendar for 'Moth Night' at Bohart Museum: July 30 | Bug Squad
- A Night at the Bohart Museum: Moth Night on Saturday, July 22 | Bug Squad
- Bug Eric: National Moth Week Recap for Colorado Springs