Lithophane antennata
(Walker, 1858)
ashen pinion, green fruitworm
Lithophane antennata is a noctuid native to North America. are active during late fall and winter, with larvae feeding on various deciduous trees and shrubs. The is known by two reflecting different aspects of its : 'ashen pinion' describes the adult's dull grayish wing coloration, while 'green fruitworm' refers to the larval stage that damages developing fruit. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9910.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lithophane antennata: /ˌlɪθoʊˈfeɪn ænˈtɛnətə/
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Distribution
North America; recorded from Manitoba (Canada) and Vermont (United States).
Seasonality
are active in late fall and winter months.
Diet
Larvae have been observed feeding on developing fruit and foliage of deciduous trees and shrubs.
Human Relevance
Larvae are known as 'green fruitworms' and can cause damage to commercial and backyard fruit crops.