Argyresthia oreasella
Clemens, 1860
Cherry Shoot Borer Moth
A small micro- in the Argyresthiidae, commonly known as the Cherry Shoot Borer Moth. are active from late June through mid-August. The has been recorded across North America from New York to California and from Quebec to Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Argyresthia oreasella: /ɑːrˈdʒɪrɛsθiə ɔːrɪəˈsɛlə/
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Identification
Wingspan 10–13 mm. Members of the Argyresthia are true micros, typically 3.2–6.8 mm from to wingtip, with white wings bearing broad transverse metallic stripes. Specific identification to level likely requires examination of genitalia or other microscopic characters.
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Distribution
North America: New York, Michigan, Idaho, Missouri, Colorado, New Mexico, California, Vermont, Quebec, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Seasonality
on wing from end of June to mid August.
Host Associations
- Prunus - larval inferred from and -level association with broadleaved plants
Similar Taxa
- Argyresthia sp.Other in the share the characteristic white wings with broad metallic transverse stripes and similar small size; microscopic examination required for separation.
- Ethmia spp.Similar-sized micros but distinguished by uniform black, white, and gray coloration without metallic striping; Depressariidae.
More Details
Family placement note
Some sources list this in Yponomeutidae, but current classification places it in Argyresthiidae (Catalogue of Life, NCBI, GBIF).