Anopina hermana

Anopina hermana is a species of moth belonging to the family Tortricidae, a diverse group commonly known as leaf-roller moths. It is classified within the subfamily Olethreutinae and the genus Anopina.

Taxonomy

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Class: Insecta * Order: Lepidoptera (Moths and Butterflies)
  • Family: Tortricidae (Leaf-roller Moths) * Subfamily: Olethreutinae
    • Genus: Anopina * Species: A. hermana
• Scientific name: Anopina hermana Miller, 1991

The species was formally described by William E. Miller in 1991.

Distribution Anopina hermana is known to occur in Mexico. Specific records indicate its presence in the region of Baja California Sur.

Description and Biology Like many species within the genus Anopina, detailed information regarding the specific morphology, life cycle, host plants, and behavior of Anopina hermana is not extensively documented in general scientific literature. Moths in the family Tortricidae are typically small to medium-sized. Their larvae are often referred to as leaf-rollers because they commonly roll or tie leaves together with silk, creating protective shelters while they feed. However, specific host plants or detailed life cycle information for A. hermana have not been widely published.

Conservation Status The conservation status of Anopina hermana has not been formally assessed by major conservation organizations, such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.

References

• Miller, W. E. (1991). "Generic revision of the New World Enarmoniini (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae)". Journal of Research on the Lepidoptera, 29(1-2), 1–32.
• Brown, J. W. (2005). Tortricidae (Lepidoptera) of Mexico and adjacent areas. American Entomological Institute.
• Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). Anopina hermana.
• BugGuide.net. Anopina hermana.