Aethes matheri

Sabourin & Miller, 2002

Aethes matheri is a small tortricid native to the United States. It was described in 2002 and named in honor of Bryant Mather. The exhibits a broad latitudinal distribution with corresponding variation in its timing.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Aethes matheri: /ˈiːθiːz ˈmæθəri/

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Identification

Specific diagnostic features for distinguishing A. matheri from other Aethes are not documented in available sources. Identification likely requires examination of genitalia or other microscopic features typical of the .

Appearance

Small with forewings measuring 4.4–6.6 millimetres in length.

Distribution

United States: recorded from Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas.

Seasonality

active March to November in southern range (two per year); May to June in northern range (one generation per year).

Life Cycle

Multivoltine in southern range (two ), in northern range (one generation).

Human Relevance

Named in honor of Bryant Mather.

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Etymology

The specific epithet honors Bryant Mather.

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