Sorensenata Explained

Sorensenata is a genus of moths belonging to the subfamily Tortricinae of the family Tortricidae.[1] It contains only one species, Sorensenata agilitata, Sorenson's agile moth, which is found in New Zealand, where it has been recorded from Campbell Island.[2]

The wingspan of the males is 18 mm. Adults have been recorded in September and October.

The larvae possibly feed on Poa litorosa.[3]

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Baixeras, J.. Brown, J. W.. Gilligan, T. M.. amp . Online World Catalogue of the Tortricidae. Tortricidae.com. 20 January 2009.
  2. Web site: Morris. Rod. Rod Morris Nature Photography: agilitata. www.rodmorris.co.nz. SmugMug. 18 January 2017.
  3. Salmon. J. T.. Bradley. J. D.. 1956. Lepidoptera from the Cape expedition and Antipodes Islands.. Rec. Dom. Mus. Wellington.. 3. 1. 61–81. BUGZ.

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