Zenenata

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Zenenata
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Zenenata

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

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.

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]

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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 [1]


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