Henricus cognata

(Walsingham, 1914)

Henricus cognata is a of tortricid described by Walsingham in 1914. The species occurs in the southern United States and Mexico (Veracruz). As a member of the tribe Cochylini within the Tortricinae, it belongs to a group of moths commonly known as tortrix or leafroller moths. The Henricus comprises multiple species, most of which are distributed in the Americas.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Henricus cognata: /ˈhɛn.rɪ.kʊs kɔɡˈnaː.ta/

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Distribution

Mexico (Veracruz) and the southern United States.

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Original description

Originally described as Propira cognata by Walsingham in 1914, later transferred to the Henricus.

Taxonomic note

The Henricus is placed in the tribe Cochylini, a diverse group within Tortricidae. -level identification in this genus typically requires examination of genitalia.

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