Phalonidia basiochreana
(Kearfott, 1907)
Phalonidia basiochreana is a small tortricid described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the tribe Cochylini within the Tortricinae. The species is known only from California, United States, with limited published information available regarding its and .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phalonidia basiochreana: /fəˌlɒnɪˈdɪə ˌbeɪsɪoʊkrɪˈænə/
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Distribution
California, United States. The appears to have a restricted range limited to this state, though precise locality records are sparse.
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Taxonomic Note
The epithet 'basiochreana' refers to the ochre (yellowish-brown) coloration at the base of the wings, a characteristic feature noted in the original description. As a member of the Phalonidia, it belongs to a group of small tortricids often associated with herbaceous plants, though specific records for this species are not documented.
Data Limitations
With only 14 observations recorded on iNaturalist and minimal published literature, most aspects of this ' remain undocumented. The absence of detailed morphological descriptions in readily accessible sources reflects its obscurity rather than a lack of distinctive features.