Bug Identifier
Tortricid Moth (specifically leafroller type)
Community identification

Tortricid Moth (specifically leafroller type)

Family Tortricidae

Order & Family
Order: Lepidoptera, Family: Tortricidae
Size
Wingspan typically ranges from 10 mm to 30 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Forests, gardens, orchards, and agricultural fields worldwide.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae are generally polyphagous, feeding on the leaves, buds, and fruits of a wide variety of plants; adults primarily feed on nectar or do not feed at all.

Behavior Patterns

Known for the larval habit of rolling or tying leaves together with silk to create a protective shelter. Adults are typically nocturnal and have a characteristic 'bell-shaped' profile when at rest.

Risks & Benefits

Many species are significant agricultural and forest pests (e.g., codling moth, spruce budworm). They serve as a food source for birds and predatory insects but can cause extensive crop damage.