Early Aspen Leafroller Moth
Common NameEarly Aspen Leafroller Moth
Scientific NamePseudosciaphila duplex
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)19.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsdark brown, grayish-brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, and areas with aspen and poplar trees
Geographic RangeNorth America (northern US and Canada)
Host PlantsPopulus tremuloides, Populus spp.
Flight PeriodLate April to early July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are leafrollers, feeding and developing within rolled leaves of their host plants, primarily aspen and poplar. Pupation occurs inside the rolled leaf or in leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include its relatively early flight period in spring, its association with *Populus* trees, and its distinctive cryptic dark brown/grayish coloration with a somewhat elongated, narrow resting posture.
Description
A small, slender moth with mottled dark brown to grayish-brown forewings, often featuring a subtle darker longitudinal streak or patch. It typically rests with its wings tightly folded, giving it a narrow, elongated appearance.
