Distinct Sparganothis Moth
Common NameDistinct Sparganothis Moth
Scientific NameSparganothis distincta
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)18.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsyellowish-brown, ochre
HabitatWoodlands, shrublands, fields, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Quebec and Ontario south to Florida and west to Texas)
Host Plantsblueberry, oak, maple, birch, cherry, willow
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous leaf-rollers or leaf-tiers on various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation occurs within the rolled leaf.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its generally uniform tawny or yellowish-brown coloration and subtle, often indistinct markings, lacking strong bands or spots seen in some congeners. The characteristic triangular resting posture is also helpful.
Description
A small, yellowish-brown moth with a somewhat triangular resting posture, featuring subtle, often reticulated or mottled patterns on its forewings, which are fringed with fine hairs.
