206 observations
Koa Seedworm
Cryptophlebia illepida
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Tortricidae ›Genus: Cryptophlebia
About
Cryptophlebia illepida is a species of moth in the family Tortricidae that is endemic to the islands of Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Maui, Lānaʻi and Hawaiʻi. Common names include koa seedworm, klu tortricid, koa seed moth, litchi borer, litchi moth, macadamia nut borer and macadamia nut moth.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Koa Seedworm is Cryptophlebia illepida.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the class Insecta.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the family Tortricidae.
- Koa Seedworm belongs to the genus Cryptophlebia.