Mesophantia pallens Melichar, 1902 (Figs 6a–b and 16a–c)

Recorded damage and economic importance in the orchards of Iran: Causing mild economic damage to leaves and branches of almond (Rajabi 1991).

Recorded damage in the orchards of other parts of the world: Not recorded.

Recorded distribution in Iran: From south slopes of Alborz Mountain to Persian Gulf (Mozaffarian & Wilson 2011).

Conclusion: The species is endemic to Iran and its pest status needs to be studied.