Acleris retrusa

(Acleris retrusa)

Description

Acleris retrusa is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Mexico (Veracruz, Jalapa). The wingspan is about 16 mm. The ground colour of the forewings is brownish with a slight ferruginous admixture and ochreous cream beyond the middle. The pattern is diffuse and browner than the ground colour. The hindwings are brownish, but paler towards the base. The larvae feed on Rubus species.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Tortricidae
Genus:Acleris
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