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49.014 ~ 0979 ~ Archips crataegana ~ Brown Oak Tortrix
UK Status

Resident. Generally common in England, less so (or absent) in Wales and Scotland.

Montgomeryshire Status

First recorded at an MMG event at Llyn Coed-Y-Dinas in the east of the county in 2021.

Wingspan :   M 9-10mm & F 11-13mm.

Confusion species

Archips xylosteana.
Flight time & Voltinity (Univoltine)

Habitat

Woodlands, hedgerows and shrubby places.

Foodplant

Many deciduous tree sp.

Lifestage data

Eggs laid on leaves. Larva feed on tightly rolled leaves.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 26th June 2021, Coed y Dinas