Ecdytolopha (genus)

Tortricidae • Lepidoptera • Insects (plant pests) • pests-diseases-weeds

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Ecdytolopha insiticiana (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Judy Gallagher
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Ecdytolopha Zeller, 1875

This genus of tortrix moths is found in the Americas and contains around 10 species. Ecdytolopha aurantiana is a fruit and nut borer in South and Central America. It affect mainly citrus fruits. The wingspan is typically between 15 and 30 mm. The forewings are usually dark brown to dark gray with the apical half often being lighter or having a lighter area.

The literature database currently contains 16 publications for Ecdytolopha (genus). Please note that literature records for genera may not be complete. See box above on left for queries from the literature database.

Currently, the following species have been entered into the system:

• Ecdytolopha aurantiana
• Ecdytolopha insiticiana