Molecular studies of Leucoptera coffella

Leucoptera coffeella (Guerin-Meneville, 1842) is a moth species (Lepidoptera) pest that causes severe losses to the coffee crops. The closest complete genome available is at the superfamily level (Yponomeutoidea). Here, we report the complete genome of L. coffeella generated from long read (SMRT Sequel II - PacBio). This first nuclear genome of the Lyonetiidae family brings valuable molecular resources to study other insect genomes and allows further research towards sustainable biotechnology solutions for lepidopteran pests control.