Sparganothis_mesospila

<i>Sparganothis mesospila</i>

Sparganothis mesospila

Species of moth

Sparganothis mesospila, the white-tailed fruitworm moth, is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in eastern North America, including Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Quebec, Tennessee and West Virginia.[3]

Quick Facts Sparganothis mesospila, Scientific classification ...

The wingspan is 15–17 mm. The forewings are bright yellow with golden coppery scales. The hindwings are ochreous white.

The larvae feed on Acer species. They feed inside a rolled leaf.[4]

References

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  1. [1]
    tortricidae.com
  2. [2]
    The Moths of North America - Tortricidae (Part): Sparganothini and Atteriini
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    mothphotographersgroup
  4. [4]
    Proceedings of the Entomological Society of Washington, v.17 (1915), p.85


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