Described from Maine, this moth is found across the northern U.S.A and southern Canada. It may be reported more frequently from West Coast states where it is a pest in fruit orchards. It overwinters as a tiny larva which feeds on buds in the spring; subsequent generations feed in the fruit.

Larval host plants include several species of Prunus including plums, cherries, and apricots. Larvae are also known to utilize Apple, Mountain Ash, Rose, Shadbush and Christmasberry.

Late instar larvae may attain a length of 11-19 mm. Adult moths have a forewing length of 8-11 mm.

Known as the Destructive Pruneworm Moth.

Described from Maine, this moth is found across the northern U.S.A and southern Canada. It may be reported more frequently from West Coast states where it is a pest in fruit orchards. It overwinters as a tiny larva which feeds on buds in the spring; subsequent generations feed in the fruit.

Larval host plants include several species of Prunus including plums, cherries, and apricots. Larvae are also known to utilize Apple, Mountain Ash, Rose, Shadbush and Christmasberry.

Late instar larvae may attain a length of 11-19 mm. Adult moths have a forewing length of 8-11 mm.