Archips alberta

(McDunnough, 1923)

Alberta leafroller

Archips alberta is a of tortricid commonly known as the Alberta leafroller. It occurs across Canada and south through mountainous regions to Utah. The species inhabits coniferous forests, where larvae are presumed to feed on conifer foliage, though specific records are not well documented. are active during the growing season in northern forest .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Archips alberta: /ˈɑːrkɪps ælˈbɜːrtə/

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Habitat

Coniferous forests, particularly in and montane regions.

Distribution

Canada, extending south through the Rocky Mountains to Utah. Specific provincial and state records include Alberta (the type locality), and mountainous areas of the western United States.

Host Associations

coniferous trees - probable larval Based on association; specific conifer not documented in available sources.

More Details

Taxonomic history

Originally described as Tortrix alberta by McDunnough in 1923, later transferred to the Archips.