Black-fringed Leaftier Moth
Common NameBlack-fringed Leaftier Moth
Scientific NameSparganothis nigrocervina
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Primary Colorstan, brown, dark brown, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, shrublands, and areas with host plants.
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southeastern Canada south to Florida and west to Texas and Manitoba.
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, various deciduous trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous leaf-tiers, feeding on various deciduous trees and shrubs by rolling or tying leaves together. Pupation occurs within the larval shelter or on the ground.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the light brownish forewings with wavy darker markings and the prominent dark fringe along the outer edge of the forewings, which gives the moth its common name.
Description
This is a small moth with light tan to brownish forewings, featuring wavy, darker brown transverse lines and patches. A distinctive dark fringe marks the outer margin of the forewings.
