Sparganothoides torusana explained

Sparganothoides torusana is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Mexico (Veracruz) and Costa Rica.

The length of the forewings is 6.1–7 mm for males and 6.8–7.4 mm for females. Adults have been recorded on wing in July and October in Mexico and in October, December and March in Costa Rica.

Etymology

The species name refers to the protuberances of the head and is derived from Latin torus (meaning a round swelling).[1]

Notes and References

  1. 2009: Systematics of Sparganothoides Lambert and Powell, 1986 (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae: Sparganothini). Zootaxa, 2150: 1-78. Abstract & excerpt