Garden Tortrix
Common NameGarden Tortrix
Scientific NameArchips podana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Primary Colorsochre, brown, reddish-brown
HabitatOrchards, gardens, woodlands, hedgerows
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, Asia Minor, Siberia, North America
Host Plantsapple, pear, plum, cherry, oak, birch, willow, hawthorn, rose
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesOverwinters as a larva in a silken cocoon. Larvae emerge in spring to feed on buds and leaves, often rolling leaves. Pupation occurs in a rolled leaf, and adults emerge in early summer.
Identification TipsIdentification can be challenging due to variability and similarity to other *Archips* species. Look for the characteristic wing shape and the general coloration, often with a distinct dark median band in males. Definitive identification often requires examination of genitalic structures.
Description
The Garden Tortrix (*Archips podana*) is a medium-sized moth with a wingspan of 18-28 mm. Its forewings typically range from ochreous to reddish-brown or greyish-brown, often displaying a mottled appearance with darker bands or patches.
