Aethes terriae
Sabourin & Miller, 2002
Aethes terriae is a small tortricid described in 2002. It is known from only three US states in the Great Lakes and mid-Atlantic regions. The name honors Terri Balogh.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aethes terriae: //ˈiːθiːz ˈtɛriaɪ//
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Identification
The small forewing length (5.3 mm) and specific geographic distribution in the eastern United States may help distinguish this from other Aethes species. Detailed diagnostic features beyond size are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Recorded from Michigan, Indiana, and Maryland in the United States.
Seasonality
active in June and July; likely (one per year).
Human Relevance
Etymology honors Terri Balogh; no documented economic or agricultural significance.
More Details
Nomenclature
epithet 'terriae' is a genitive singular honoring Terri Balogh, who assisted in the research leading to the species description.
Research status
Described relatively recently (2002) with limited subsequent study; known from only 18 iNaturalist observations suggesting it may be genuinely rare or undercollected.