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Variable Nigranum Moth

Olethreutes nigranum

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

Tortricid moth. 8 mm total length.The appearance of this species is highly variable. This particular moth was tan with dark brown markings.

Habitat:

Attracted to a moth light in a rural backyard.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (6)
Mark Ridgway
Done. Wow variable sure is an understatement.
Christine Y.
I’m unable to update from my iPad, but will tonight :)
Christine Y.
Thanks Mark! I was able to get an ID: Olethreutes nigranum.
Mark Ridgway
I spent an hour looking for this with zero luck. Although it sure looks Tortricidae should we try others?

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PublishedJuly 24, 2018

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