Zenenata

Zenenata is a genus of moths belonging to the subfamily Tortricinae of the family Tortricidae. It consists of only one species, Zenenata zenena, which is found in Loja Province, Ecuador.

Zenenata
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Zenenata

Razowski & Wojtusiak, 2008
Species:
Z. zenena
Binomial name
Zenenata zenena

The wingspan is about 16.5 mm. The ground colour of the forewings is brownish cream, sprinkled with cinnamon brown. The hindwings are white, tinged with cream near the apex and with traces of grey spots terminally.

Etymology

The generic name refers to the type locality of the type-species. The specific name refers to Zenen Alto, the type locality.[2]

See also

References

  1. tortricidae.com
  2. Razowski, J. & J. Wojtusiak, 2008: Tortricidae (Lepidoptera) from the mountains of Ecuador. Part 1: Southern Highlands. Acta Zoologica Cracoviensia 51B (1-2): 7-41


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