Raspberry Leafroller Moth
Common NameRaspberry Leafroller Moth
Scientific NamePtycholoma persicana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, dark brown
HabitatOrchards, gardens, woodlands, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeNorth America
Host Plantsraspberry, apple, cherry, rose, oak, birch
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are known as leafrollers, feeding and developing inside rolled leaves of various host plants. Pupation typically occurs within the rolled leaf, with adults emerging later.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the mottled brown and tan forewing pattern with darker bands, and notably, its bright green eyes. The resting posture with wings held flat over the body is also characteristic of many leafroller moths.
Description
A small moth with mottled brown and tan forewings, featuring darker brown markings that create a cryptic, somewhat banded pattern. It has prominent green eyes and a fuzzy head and thorax.
