The Ramapesiini is a tribe within the subfamily Tortricinae of the family Leafrollers (Tortricidae). In Europe, the genera Ditula and Paramesia, among others, occur.
Tribe: Ramapesiini
Genus: Ditula
Red-barred Tortrix – 2018 (NL)
(NCBI-index: 572840)
The Red-barred Tortrix (Ditula angustiorana) is a relatively small micro-moth. The females are often slightly larger, and the markings are somewhat different. The male’s forewing is brown with a pale yellowish-brown circular spot halfway down the wing along the inner margin. Furthermore, a narrow reddish-brown cross band and a reddish-brown marking along the costa near the apex can be seen halfway down the wing. The female’s wing is more orange-brown with a small yellow-brown spot along the costa halfway down. The flying period spans from May to August in one generation, and the wingspan ranges from 12 to 18 mm. Larvae usually can be found among spun leaves and developing fruit buds. Host plant: Apple, Pear, Ivy, Juniper, Larch. Dutch name: Zomerbladroller. Frisian name: –
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