Bilberry Tortrix
Common NameBilberry Tortrix
Scientific NameAcleris maccana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgolden-brown, yellowish-brown
HabitatMoorland, heathland, bogs, woodland edges
Geographic RangeEurope, Asia, North America
Host PlantsVaccinium myrtillus, Vaccinium uliginosum, Vaccinium oxycoccos, Salix, Betula, Picea
Flight PeriodMay to June, August to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of various host plants, typically rolling them to create a shelter. Pupation occurs within this rolled leaf or in a similar protected location.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the characteristic golden-brown coloration of the forewings, and its association with bilberry and other Vaccinium species, though it can also be found on conifers like spruce.
Description
A small moth with a golden-brown or yellowish-brown forewing, often with subtle darker markings and a somewhat mottled appearance, blending well with its environment.
