Cenopis

Zeller, 1875

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Cenopis is a of tortrix moths in the Tortricidae, Tortricinae, and tribe Sparganothini. The genus was established by Zeller in 1875 and contains multiple distributed primarily in North America. These are small to medium-sized with characteristic tortricid wing posture at rest.

Cenopis reticulatana by (c) Nick Block, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Nick Block. Used under a CC-BY license.Cenopis mesospila by (c) christine123, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by christine123. Used under a CC-BY license.Cenopis ferreana by no rights reserved, uploaded by Chrissy McClarren and Andy Reago. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Cenopis: /sɛˈnoʊpɪs/

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Distribution

North America, with confirmed records from Vermont and other United States localities.

Similar Taxa

  • SparganothisBoth Cenopis and Sparganothis belong to the tribe Sparganothini and share similar wing patterns and body forms; Cenopis often have more uniform forewing coloration without the distinct transverse bands typical of many Sparganothis species.

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