Atroposia oenotherana
(Riley, 1881)
Primrose Cochylid Moth
Atroposia oenotherana, the Primrose Cochylid , is a small tortricid moth in the tribe Cochylini. The was originally described by Riley in 1881 as Conchylis oenotherana, and has since been transferred to the Atroposia. It is known from North America and has been documented in 615 iNaturalist observations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Atroposia oenotherana: /ˌætrəˈpoʊʒə ˌiːnəˈθɪrəˌnə/
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Identification
As a member of the Cochylini tribe, likely exhibit the narrow, elongate forewings characteristic of this group. The specific wing pattern and coloration distinguishing A. oenotherana from other Atroposia has not been documented in available sources.
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Distribution
North America. The has been documented across multiple regions based on 615 iNaturalist observations, though specific range boundaries are not established in available sources.
Host Associations
- Oenothera - larval The specific epithet 'oenotherana' and 'Primrose Cochylid ' suggest association with evening primrose (Oenothera), though this relationship requires verification.
Similar Taxa
- Atroposia spp.Other in the Atroposia share similar narrow-winged and require examination of genitalia or detailed wing pattern analysis for definitive identification.
- Cochylini tribe membersThe Cochylini tribe contains numerous small, narrow-winged tortricids that are difficult to distinguish without knowledge of genitalic characters.
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Taxonomic Note
The has undergone generic reclassification, moving from Conchylis to Atroposia. The Atroposia is currently recognized as valid, though tortricid remains under revision.