Suring Moth
Common NameSuring Moth
Scientific NameOlethreutes appendiceum
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, black
HabitatWoodlands, forests, gardens, shrublands
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host PlantsPrunus, Crataegus, Malus, Rubus, Betula, Quercus, Acer, Salix
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous leafrollers, feeding within rolled leaves of various woody plants. They typically overwinter as pupae or mature larvae.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive combination of green, mottled forewings and the brownish-orange thorax. Its small size and typical tortricid resting posture are also key features.
Description
A small moth characterized by its green, mottled forewings with darker green and black markings, and a prominent brownish-orange patch on the thorax.
