Endotricha mesenterialis is a species of snout moth in the genus Endotricha. It was described by Francis Walker in 1859. It has a wide distribution and is known from Austral Island, Australia, the Kermadec Islands, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Palau, Samoa, Tahiti, Begum Island, Christmas Island, India, Indonesia (Borneo), Malaysia, the New Hebrides, the Nicobar Islands, Sri Lanka, Tonga, Taiwan and China (Guangdong, Sichuan, Zhejiang).The winglength is about 10 mm. Adults are brownish purple, with a pale band across each wing.

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Endotricha mesenterialis is considered a tree pest because its larvae feed on the foliage and bark of various tree species, causing damage to the trees and potentially impacting their health and growth.

tree pest

Endotricha mesenterialis can be considered a garden pest because its larvae feed on the foliage of various garden plants, potentially causing damage and impacting the overall health and appearance of the plants.

garden pest

Endotricha mesenterialis can be considered a crop pest because its larvae have been known to feed on the foliage and fruits of certain crops, leading to damage and potential yield loss in agricultural settings.

crop pest

Endotricha mesenterialis is considered a pest because its larvae feed on the foliage, bark, and fruits of trees, garden plants, and crops, causing damage and potentially impacting the health and productivity of these plants.

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