Bicolored Ecdytolopha Moth
Common NameBicolored Ecdytolopha Moth
Scientific NameEcdytolopha bicolorella
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)16
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEastern North America (Quebec to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba)
Host Plantsoak, hickory, chestnut, sumac
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are twig borers, feeding internally on the twigs of various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation typically occurs within the host plant or in the soil.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the distinct bicolored forewing pattern (darker anteriorly, lighter posteriorly), and its typical tortricid resting posture with wings held roof-like over the body.
Description
A small moth with a mottled appearance, featuring darker brown and blackish markings on the anterior part of the forewing, contrasting with a lighter, often whitish or cream-colored posterior half.
