Phtheochroa

Phtheochroa

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phtheochroa: /ˌθiːoʊˈkroʊə/

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Images

Phtheochroa arrhostia by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Phtheochroa arrhostia by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Phtheochroa zacualpana by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Phtheochroa zacualpana by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Phtheochroa riscana moth (tentative) by Wildreturn. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.
- 3822 – Phtheochroa riscana (possible) (14906298671) by Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Summary

Phtheochroa is a large genus of tortrix moths belonging to the family Tortricidae, specifically within the tribe Cochylini of the subfamily Tortricinae. The name 'Phtheochroa' is derived from Greek meaning 'faded skin.' This genus includes a variety of species, although specific species are not listed in the provided data.

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Tags

  • Phtheochroa
  • tortrix moths
  • Lepidoptera
  • Tortricidae