Eugnosta erigeronana
(Riley, 1881)
fleabane cochylid moth
Eugnosta erigeronana, commonly known as the fleabane cochylid , is a small moth with a wingspan of 11–13 mm. It occurs across the southeastern and central United States. The has an extended period from February through October. Its develop within induced by on Erigeron species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eugnosta erigeronana: /juːˈɡnɒstə ˌɛrɪdʒəˈroʊnænə/
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Identification
Distinguished from related Eugnosta by association with Erigeron plants and . Small size (11–13 mm wingspan) and geographic range in the southeastern United States may aid identification. Specific diagnostic morphological features are not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with wingspan of 11–13 mm. Detailed morphological description beyond size is not available in source material.
Habitat
Associated with supporting Erigeron , which serve as plants. Specific habitat requirements beyond host presence are not documented.
Distribution
Southeastern and central United States: Texas and Oklahoma east to Florida, north to North Carolina, and west to Illinois.
Seasonality
active from February to October, indicating a prolonged or period.
Host Associations
- Erigeron species - larval develop within on these plants
Behavior
inhabit induced by ( Cecidomyiidae) on Erigeron , suggesting a commensal or relationship with the gall-forming flies.
Ecological Role
Larval stage functions as an or commensal within on Erigeron, potentially affecting gall dynamics or serving as for .
Human Relevance
No documented economic or agricultural significance. Scientific interest primarily concerns its specialized ecological relationship with -forming .
Similar Taxa
- Other Eugnosta speciesSimilar size and ; distinguished by specificity and geographic range
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Conchylis erigeronana by Riley in 1881, later transferred to Eugnosta.