Carposina fernaldana ottawana
Carposina fernaldana ottawana is a of in the Carposinidae. The Carposina fernaldana is known to occur in Asia and has been intercepted at North American ports of entry on imported goods. This subspecies designation indicates geographic variation within the species. The species is associated with Rosaceae , particularly apple.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Carposina fernaldana ottawana: //kɑːrpoʊˈsiːnə fərˈnɔːldænə ˌɑːtəˈwɑːnə//
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Distribution
Native range appears to be in Asia. The Carposina fernaldana has been intercepted at the Lewiston Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, in a shipment originating from China. No established are known in North America.
Diet
Larvae of Carposina fernaldana have been documented feeding on apples (Malus), including apple buds, leaves, and shoots.
Host Associations
- Malus - larval food plantapple buds, leaves, and shoots
Human Relevance
Carposina fernaldana is considered a potential agricultural pest due to its association with apple . It has been intercepted by customs and border protection agencies, resulting in shipment rejections and re-exportation to prevent establishment.