Aspila prunivora
Lesser Appleworm Moth
Aspila prunivora, commonly known as the Lesser Appleworm , is a small tortricid moth. It is primarily known as a pest of apple and related fruit trees, with larvae feeding internally on developing fruits. The has been documented at blacklighting events in California, indicating activity.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aspila prunivora: /ˈæspɪlə pruːˈnɪvɔːrə/
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Distribution
Documented in California, USA, based on observations at UC Davis Night events.
Seasonality
active in summer; recorded at Night events in July and August.
Diet
Larvae feed internally on developing fruits of apple (Malus) and related in the Rosaceae.
Behavior
are attracted to ultraviolet light at night.
Human Relevance
Agricultural pest of apple and related fruit crops; larvae cause internal fruit damage.
Similar Taxa
- Grapholita prunivoraThis is a synonym; the was previously placed in Grapholita but is now accepted as Aspila prunivora.
- Cydia latiferreana (Filbertworm Moth)Both are tortricid fruit pests in the same region and have been recorded together at blacklighting events; distinguished by plant and larval feeding habits.