Review of the genus Fibuloides Kuznetsov in China (Lepidoptera, Tortricidae, Olethreutinae)
2011
Review of the genus Fibuloides in China
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Aihuan Zhang, Houhun Li
Primary Institution: College of Life Sciences, Nankai University
Conclusion
The study describes a new species of Fibuloides and records two species new for China, along with taxonomic changes and a key to the species.
Supporting Evidence
- Fibuloides trapezoidea is described as a new species.
- Fibuloides levatana and Fibuloides modificana are newly recorded for China.
- Acroclita nigrovenana is synonymized with Fibuloides corinthia.
- Two species are transferred from Eucoenogenes to Fibuloides.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of moth in China and updated the list of known moths in that area.
Methodology
The study involved examining specimens collected using light traps in forests and mountains in southern China.
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