Choristoneura rosaceana

Pronunciation
/KOR-ist-oh-NYOO-rah ro-SAH-see-AN-ah/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Choristoneura rosaceana
Plural
Choristoneura rosaceana

Definition

A species of moth in the family Tortricidae, known as the oblique banded leafroller.

Etymology

Example

Choristoneura rosaceana larvae feed on apple trees and other fruits.

Related Terms

  • Apple
  • Fruit
  • Pest