Phtheochroa vitellinana
Common NamePhtheochroa vitellinana
Scientific NamePhtheochroa vitellinana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyCochylinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellow, brown
HabitatWoodlands, fields, open areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host PlantsSolidago, Aster
Flight PeriodLate May to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are thought to bore into the stems or roots of host plants, or feed on their flowers and seeds.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size, vibrant yellow base color, and the characteristic wavy, reddish-brown banding across the forewings.
Description
This small moth has bright yellow forewings adorned with several irregular, wavy, reddish-brown transverse bands.
