Eucosmini
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Barbara
Barbara is a genus of moths in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini. The genus was established by Heinrich in 1923. These are small moths, typically with wingspans under 20 mm, belonging to a large family of tortrix or leafroller moths. Members of this genus are found in North America, with records from the northeastern United States including Vermont. The genus is part of a diverse group of microlepidoptera whose larvae often feed internally in plant tissues.
Catastega plicata
Catastega plicata is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Brown in 1992. The species belongs to the genus Catastega, which is classified within the tribe Eucosmini. As a member of the large and diverse family Tortricidae, this species is part of a group commonly known as leafroller moths, though specific ecological details for C. plicata remain poorly documented. The genus name Catastega derives from Greek roots, while the specific epithet "plicata" refers to a folded or pleated characteristic, likely alluding to wing morphology.
Catastega timidella
Oak Trumpet Skeletonizer Moth
Catastega timidella is a small tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini. The common name references larval feeding behavior that produces distinctive trumpet-shaped shelters on oak leaves. Records indicate a transcontinental distribution across northern North America. Adult moths are active during summer months.
Chimoptesis
Chimoptesis is a genus of tortricid moths established by Powell in 1964, placed in the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. The genus contains four described species distributed in North America. Larvae of at least one species have been associated with oaks (Quercus).
Chimoptesis gerulae
Carrier Moth
Chimoptesis gerulae is a species of tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini. It is commonly known as the Carrier Moth. The species was described by Heinrich in 1923 and is currently accepted as valid. Based on iNaturalist records, it has been documented in at least 561 observations, suggesting it is not uncommon within its range.
Crocidosema
Crocidosema is a genus of tortrix moths in the family Tortricidae, tribe Eucosmini, subfamily Olethreutinae. The genus contains approximately 29 described species, distributed primarily in the Southern Hemisphere with particular abundance in the Neotropics. Some species occur in other regions, including the Hawaiian Islands. The genus includes both agricultural pests and species used in biological control.
Crocidosema lantana
Lantana Flower-Cluster Moth, Lantana Tortricid Moth
Crocidosema lantana is a tortricid moth native to Mexico and the southern United States, deliberately introduced to Hawaii (1902), Australia (1914), and the Caroline Islands (1948–1949) as a biological control agent for invasive Lantana weeds. The species has also been recorded in Yunnan, China and Sri Lanka. It was first described by August Busck in 1910. The larvae develop within pods of Bignonia chrysantha.
Crocidosema perplexana
Crocidosema perplexana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Eucosmini. The species was described by Fernald in 1901. Like other members of the genus Crocidosema, it is likely associated with leguminous plants, though specific host records for this species appear limited in available literature. The genus includes several economically significant species, most notably the bean shoot moth (Crocidosema aporema), a major pest of soybean in South America.
Crocidosema unica
Crocidosema unica is a species of tortricid moth (family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini) described by Heinrich in 1923. The species was originally described as Epinotia unica before being transferred to the genus Crocidosema. It belongs to a genus that includes several species associated with leguminous plants, including the economically significant bean shoot moth (Crocidosema aporema), a documented pest of soybean in South America.
Epiblema
Epiblema is a genus of tortricid moths in the tribe Eucosmini, with approximately 100 described species distributed primarily in the Holarctic region. Several species have been extensively studied for their ecological interactions, including parasitoid relationships and cryoprotective adaptations for overwintering. Some species, notably E. strenuana (ragweed borer) and E. minutana, have been investigated as biological control agents for invasive Asteraceae weeds, though taxonomic revisions have clarified their distinct status. The genus exhibits diverse larval feeding habits, with some species boring into plant stems or forming galls.
Epiblema carolinana
Epiblema carolinana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Eucosmini. It is a small moth typical of the genus Epiblema, which includes numerous species of leafroller moths. The species was described by Walsingham in 1895 based on material from the Carolinas. Like other members of its genus, it likely has a concealed larval stage within rolled or tied leaves of host plants.
Epiblema chromata
Epiblema chromata is a small tortricid moth species described by Miller in 1985. As a member of the leafroller moth family Tortricidae, it shares the characteristic behavior of caterpillars that roll or tie leaves for shelter. The genus Epiblema contains numerous small, often subtly patterned species that can be challenging to identify to species level without close examination. This species has been documented through citizen science observations, with records accumulating in biodiversity databases.
Epiblema glenni
Glenn's Epiblema
Epiblema glenni is a small tortricid moth species described by Wright in 2002. It belongs to the leafroller moth family Tortricidae, a diverse group whose larvae typically feed concealed within rolled or tied leaves. The species is known from scattered records across the eastern and central United States.
Epiblema periculosana
Epiblema periculosana is a small tortricid moth (family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae) described by Heinrich in 1923. Like other members of the genus Epiblema, it is a leafroller moth whose larvae likely feed within rolled or tied leaves. The species is poorly documented in public sources, with limited observational records available.
Epiblema praesumptiosa
Epiblema praesumptiosa is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. It was described by Heinrich in 1923. Like other members of the genus Epiblema, it belongs to the tribe Eucosmini. The species has been documented through iNaturalist observations, though detailed biological information remains limited in published sources.
Epiblema rudei
Epiblema rudei is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Powell in 1975. It belongs to the genus Epiblema, a group of small moths commonly known as tortricid or leafroller moths. The species is known from a limited number of observations, with records primarily from western North America. As with many Epiblema species, detailed biological information remains sparse.
Epinotia albangulana
Epinotia albangulana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. It was originally described by Walsingham in 1879 under the basionym Paedisca albangulana. The species belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small tortricid moths primarily associated with coniferous hosts. As with many Epinotia species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Epinotia arctostaphylana
Epinotia arctostaphylana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Kearfott in 1904. The species epithet references its association with bearberry (Arctostaphylos), indicating a likely host plant relationship. As a member of the Olethreutinae subfamily, it belongs to a diverse group of small moths commonly known as leafroller moths or tortrix moths. The species is documented in North American faunal records, though detailed biological studies remain limited.
Epinotia cercocarpana
Epinotia cercocarpana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. The species was described by Harrison Dyar in 1903. The specific epithet references Cercocarpus, a genus of mountain mahogany plants, suggesting a possible host plant association. As with many small olethreutine moths, detailed life history and ecological information remain limited in published literature.
Epinotia cinereana
Grey Aspen Bell
Epinotia cinereana is a Holarctic tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini, resurrected from synonymy with E. nisella in 2012 based on DNA barcoding, genital morphology, and life history differences. It occurs across Europe and North America, with moderate intraspecific genetic variation between continents but no correlated morphological differences. The species was previously hidden under the name E. nisella, a highly variable species with which it had been conflated for decades.
Epinotia digitana
Epinotia digitana is a species of tortricid moth described by Heinrich in 1923. It belongs to the genus Epinotia, a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The species is classified within the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to have larvae that feed internally within plant tissues, though specific host associations for this species remain poorly documented.
Epinotia ephemerana
Epinotia ephemerana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Brown & Brown in 2018. The species belongs to the genus Epinotia, a group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited. The specific epithet "ephemerana" suggests a possible association with ephemeral or short-lived host plants or habitats.
Epinotia improvisana
Epinotia improvisana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini. The species was described by Heinrich in 1923. Like other members of the genus Epinotia, it is a small moth with characteristic wing patterns typical of the tribe Eucosmini. Specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Epinotia johnsonana
Epinotia johnsonana is a small moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Kearfott in 1907 from specimens collected in North America. The species belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small tortricid moths whose larvae typically feed on coniferous trees. Adults are active during the summer months and can be attracted to light. The species appears to be relatively uncommon in collections, with limited published biological information available.
Epinotia kasloana
Epinotia kasloana is a species of tortricid moth described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1925. It belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The species is part of the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with larvae that feed internally in plant tissues, though specific biological details for this species remain limited in published literature.
Epinotia miscana
Epinotia miscana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous species of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The species is part of the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with larvae that feed on plant material, though specific details about its biology remain limited in available literature.
Epinotia nigralbana
Epinotia nigralbana is a small moth species in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. First described by Walsingham in 1879, this species is part of the diverse genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small tortricid moths commonly known as larch tortricids or similar names. The species is documented from western North America, with records from Alberta, Canada. Like other Epinotia species, it is likely associated with coniferous hosts, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Epinotia nonana
Epinotia nonana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. First described by Kearfott in 1907 from the northeastern United States, this species belongs to a large genus of leafroller moths. As with many Epinotia species, detailed biological information remains limited. The species has been documented in Vermont and other parts of the United States based on collection and observation records.
Epinotia normanana
A small tortricid moth in the genus Epinotia, described by Kearfott in 1907. The species belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae, a group commonly known as olethreutine moths or tortricid leafrollers. Epinotia species are generally associated with coniferous and deciduous trees, though specific ecological details for E. normanana remain poorly documented in published literature.
Epinotia pulsatillana
Epinotia pulsatillana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini. First described by Dyar in 1903 as Eucosma pulsatillana, it was later transferred to the genus Epinotia. Like other members of this large genus, it is a small moth with larvae that are likely associated with specific host plants. The species is known from North America, though detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Epinotia rectiplicana
Epinotia rectiplicana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Walsingham in 1879 under the basionym Paedisca rectiplicana. It belongs to the tribe Eucosmini within the subfamily Olethreutinae. The species is documented from the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.
Epinotia sagittana
Epinotia sagittana is a species of tortricid moth described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1925. It belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae within the family Tortricidae, a large group of small moths commonly known as leafroller moths. The species epithet 'sagittana' likely refers to arrow-shaped (sagittate) markings on the wings, a common naming convention in this genus. As with many Epinotia species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Epinotia solicitana
Birch Shootworm Moth
Epinotia solicitana is a small tortricid moth commonly known as the Birch Shootworm Moth. The species is recognized for its association with birch trees as a larval host, with larvae feeding internally on shoots and causing characteristic damage. Adults are typically active during summer months across northern North America. The species has been documented from Alberta, Manitoba, and Vermont, with additional records likely across the broader boreal and northern temperate regions of the continent.
Epinotia subplicana
Epinotia subplicana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Eucosmini. The species was described by Walsingham in 1879. As a member of the genus Epinotia, it belongs to a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths, many of which are associated with coniferous hosts.
Epinotia subviridis
Epinotia subviridis is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Heinrich in 1929. The species belongs to the genus Epinotia, a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortricids or leafroller moths. As with many Epinotia species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Epinotia zandana
Epinotia zandana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. Originally described by Kearfott in 1907 as Eucosma zandana, it was later transferred to the genus Epinotia. Like other members of this genus, it is likely a small moth associated with coniferous hosts, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Eucopina monitorana
Red Pine Coneborer Moth
Eucopina monitorana, commonly known as the Red Pine Coneborer Moth, is a species of tortricid moth first described by Heinrich in 1920. It belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. The species is associated with coniferous hosts, particularly pines, where larvae develop within cones. It has been documented across a limited number of observations, suggesting a more restricted or specialized distribution.
Eucopina rescissoriana
Lodgepole Pine Coneborer Moth
A small tortricid moth whose larvae bore into the cones of lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta). The common name reflects this specialized association. Adults are rarely observed directly; records primarily derive from larval collections and cone dissections. The species appears restricted to regions where its host pine occurs.
Eucopina siskiyouana
Fir Coneborer Moth
Eucopina siskiyouana, commonly known as the Fir Coneborer Moth, is a species of tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini. First described by Kearfott in 1907, this species is associated with coniferous habitats, particularly fir trees. The common name suggests larval feeding within cones, a trait shared with related Eucopina species. It occurs in western North America.
Eucosma awemeana
Eucosma awemeana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by William D. Kearfott in 1907. The species belongs to the large genus Eucosma, which contains numerous small moths commonly known as phaneta or eucosma moths. As with most members of Olethreutinae, the larvae are likely internal feeders within plant tissues, though specific host associations for this species remain poorly documented.
Eucosma baggetti
Eucosma baggetti is a species of tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini, described from New Mexico in 2008. The species is named in honor of a collector. As with many Eucosma species, it likely belongs to a species group characterized by similar genital morphology. The species remains poorly known beyond its original description.
Eucosma bipunctella
Eucosma bipunctella is a small tortricid moth described by Francis Walker in 1863. As a member of the genus Eucosma, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as phaneta or eucosma moths. The specific epithet 'bipunctella' refers to two spots, likely describing a diagnostic wing pattern. Like other Olethreutinae, the larvae are likely internal feeders in plant tissues.
Eucosma browni
Eucosma browni is a species of tortricid moth described by Wright in 2010. It belongs to the genus Eucosma, a diverse group of small moths commonly known as phaneta moths or eucosma moths. The species is classified within the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Eucosma cana
Hoary Bell
Eucosma cana, commonly known as the hoary bell, is a small tortricid moth with a wingspan of 16–23 mm. It is widespread across Europe, parts of Asia including China and Japan, and Central Asia. The species is univoltine, with adults active from June to August. Larvae develop within the flowerheads of thistles and related plants, feeding on Cirsium, Carduus, and Centaurea nigra.
Eucosma circulana
Folded-costa Eucosma Moth
Eucosma circulana is a species of tortricid moth in the subfamily Olethreutinae. It is one of approximately 300 described species in the genus Eucosma, a group commonly known as phaneta moths. The species was originally described by Jacob Hübner in 1823 under the basionym Tortrix circulana. Members of this genus are generally small moths with distinctive wing patterns and are frequently encountered in North American habitats.
Eucosma glomerana
Eucosma glomerana is a small tortricid moth described by Walsingham in 1879. It belongs to the tribe Eucosmini within the subfamily Olethreutinae. Records indicate a restricted distribution in the Canadian prairie provinces.
Eucosma kiscana
Eucosma kiscana is a small moth species in the family Tortricidae, first described by Kearfott in 1907 under the basionym Thiodia kiscana. It belongs to the large genus Eucosma, a group of tortricid moths commonly known as phaneta or eucosma moths. The species has been documented in the northeastern United States, with confirmed records from Vermont. Like many Eucosma species, it is likely associated with herbaceous or woody plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Eucosma montanana
Eucosma montanana is a species of tortricid moth first described by Walsingham in 1884. It belongs to the family Tortricidae (leafroller moths), a large and economically important group of moths. The species is placed in the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. As a member of the genus Eucosma, it is part of a diverse group of small moths, many of which are associated with specific host plants.
Eucosma striatana
Striated Eucosma Moth
Eucosma striatana is a small tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini. The species was described from North America by Clemens in 1860, originally placed in the genus Anchylopera. It is part of a species complex within Eucosma that is challenging to distinguish morphologically. The common name refers to the striated or lined appearance of the forewings.
Eucosma viridis
Eucosma viridis is a species of tortricid moth described in 2010 by Wright and Gilligan. It belongs to the large genus Eucosma, which comprises numerous small moths commonly known as bell moths or leafroller moths. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.