Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Xenotemna pallorana (Robinson, 1869)
Tortrix pallorana Robinson, 1869
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Tortrix lata Robinson, 1869
(1) Explanation of Names
Specific epithet from Latin
pallor meaning "pale," for the wings "pale ochreous, without markings."
(1)Size
Forewing length 8.5-14.0 mm.
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Identification
Adult: forewing relatively broad with outwardly-bowed costa and rounded apex, light yellow with no markings but slightly darker yellow at base; top of thorax darker yellow than forewing; hindwing pale grayish-yellow with white fringe.
Larva: head, thoracic shield, and abdomen green.
Range
Widespread in the continental United States and southern Canada.
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Type locality: Illinois/Pennsylvania.
Food
Larvae feed primarily on alfalfa and white sweet clover but are polyphagous on a variety of plants and trees, including pine. For a complete list see TortAI.
(2)Life Cycle
Two generations per year; overwinters as a late-instar larva
Larva; pupa; adult
See Also
Clemens' Clepsis forewing is relatively narrower, with a straighter costa and sharply-pointed apex (not rounded).
Print References
Nobbs, C.A., 1997.
Xenotemna pallorana, a possible alternative host for
Colpoclypeus florus using alfalfa ground cover in orchard systems. Master of Science in Entomology thesis. p.1-62 (
PDF)
Robinson, C.T., 1869. Notes on American Tortricidae.
Transactions of the American Entomological Society 2:
266;
Pl.1, f.13.
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