Cherry Bark Tortrix
Common NameCherry Bark Tortrix
Scientific NameEnarmonia formosana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)16.5
Primary Colorsblack, orange, grey, silver
HabitatOrchards, gardens, woodlands, areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North America (introduced)
Host Plantscherry, plum, apple, pear, peach, apricot
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae bore into the bark of various fruit trees, feeding on the inner bark and cambium, often causing sap exudation. Pupation occurs within a cocoon under the bark.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive mottled pattern of black, orange, and silvery-grey on the forewings, and its small size. It is often found near fruit trees.
Description
A small moth characterized by its intricate and striking wing pattern, featuring a mosaic of black, bright orange, and silvery-grey bands and blotches.
