Pale Twist
Common NamePale Twist
Scientific NameAcleris notana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, tan
HabitatWoodlands, heathlands, gardens, hedgerows
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsbirch (Betula), willow (Salix), alder (Alnus), poplar (Populus), blueberry (Vaccinium), bog myrtle (Myrica), bramble (Rubus)
Flight PeriodMay to June, August to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous leaf-rollers, feeding within spun leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs. The species is bivoltine, producing two generations per year, and overwinters as an adult.
Identification TipsLook for the characteristic pale creamy-brown forewings with two wavy, darker brown transverse bands. The resting posture with wings held roof-like is typical for Tortricidae. Distinguish from similar Acleris species by the specific pattern and overall pale coloration.
Description
A small moth with pale creamy-brown forewings featuring two distinct, wavy, darker brown bands and a generally mottled appearance, often blending well with bark or dead leaves.
