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Sparganothis Fruitworm Moth

Sparganothis sulphureana

Description:

Family: Torticidae, Subfamily: Torticinae, Tribe: Sparganothidini. A common Leafroller moth. Yellow metallic FW overlaid with faint orange scales with reddish AM and PM lines forming a V-shape. Hosts: Various trees and plants including apple. clover, corn, willow.

Habitat:

Near open woodlands and meadows.

Notes:

Nocturnal. Will come to light

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Carol Snow Milne
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Carol Snow Milne

Pennsylvania, USA

Spotted on Jun 19, 2012
Submitted on Jul 21, 2012

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