Apotomops texasana
(Blanchard & Knudson, 1984)
Apotomops texasana is a small tortricid described in 1984. It is known from only two U.S. states with very few documented observations. The remains poorly studied with limited biological data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apotomops texasana: //ˌæpəˈtoʊmɑps ˌtɛkˈsɑːnə//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Apotomops by geographic restriction to Arizona and Texas. Specific diagnostic features separating it from require examination of genitalia or other subtle morphological characters not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan approximately 15 mm. As a member of Tortricidae, likely possesses the characteristic bell-shaped wing posture at rest and relatively broad, somewhat triangular forewings typical of the .
Distribution
Known from Arizona and Texas, United States. Records are sparse with only three observations documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Apotomops speciesCongeneric share general ; A. texasana distinguished by type locality and described range
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Taxonomic history
Described by Blanchard and Knudson in 1984. The Apotomops belongs to tribe Cochylini within Tortricinae.