Lorita scarificata

(Lorita scarificata)

Description

Lorita scarificata, the chrysanthemum flower borer or Lora Aborn's moth, is a moth of the family Tortricidae. It is native to North America (where it has been recorded from Florida and California) and is an introduced species in Hawaii. The wingspan is 10–12 mm. The larvae have been recorded feeding on Chrysanthemum blossoms, Cuscuta californica and green bell pepper.

Taxonomic tree:

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