Western Avocado Leafroller Moth
Common NameWestern Avocado Leafroller Moth
Scientific NameAmorbia cuneana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorstan, brown
HabitatAvocado orchards, citrus groves, gardens, agricultural areas
Geographic RangeSouthwestern United States (primarily California), Mexico
Host Plantsavocado, citrus, oak, willow, eucalyptus
Flight PeriodYear-round in warmer climates, multiple generations
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are leafrollers, feeding on and rolling leaves of host plants, and can also bore into fruit. Pupation typically occurs within the rolled leaf or fruit.
Identification TipsLook for its characteristic triangular resting posture, light tan-brown forewings, and prominent upturned labial palps. Often found in areas with avocado or citrus cultivation.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with light tan to brownish forewings, often with subtle darker markings near the costa and apex, giving it a somewhat triangular appearance when at rest.
