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.