Eucosma monitorana
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Eucosma monitorana, the red pinecone borer moth, is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in North America, including Pennsylvania, Ontario, Wisconsin and Maryland.[3]
The wingspan is about 17 mm.
The larvae feed on Pinus species, including Pinus resinosa. They feed on the cones of their host plant. Pupation takes place in the soil.[4]
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References
- ^ tortricidae.com
- ^ mothphotographersgroup
- ^ "Moths of Maryland". Archived from the original on 2012-03-24. Retrieved 2011-09-14.
- ^ Bionomics of Eucosma monitorana (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae) attacking red pine cones in Wisconsin