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Gelechiidae
59a0509 – 2265.1   Helcystogramma convolvuli (Walsingham, 1908)
             Sweetpotato Webworm
Distribution Data for Helcystogramma convolvuli
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Synonymy:
  • convolvuli (Walsingham, 1908) (Trichotaphe)
  • crypsilychna (Meyrick, 1914) (Brachmia)
  • dryadopa (Meyrick, 1918) (Brachmia)
  • effera (Meyrick, 1918) (Lecithocera)
  • emigrans (Meyrick, 1921) (Lecithocera)
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    Taxonomic Notes: Helcystogramma convolvuli (Walsingham, 1908) is now recognized within the North American fauna north of Mexico.
    References
    • Barcode of Life (BOLD) - Caution: DNA barcode provides evidence of relatedness, not proof of identification, and some BOLD specimens shown may not be sequenced.
    • Hodges, R. W., 1986. Moths of America North of Mexico, Fascicle 7.1, p. 133; pl. 4.16-17. order or free PDF
    Helcystogramma convolvuli
    Dominica - LG – (cc) CBG Photog. Grp. (USNM)

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