Carposina scirrhosella
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Carposina scirrhosella
Carposina scirrhosella
The Carposina scirrhosella is a small moth with beautiful wings. It loves to flutter around gardens and fields, making it a delightful sight for nature lovers.
Habitat: Gardens and fields
Appearance
The Carposina scirrhosella is a small moth, typically mottled greyish-brown, sometimes with hints of red or darker spots on its forewings, which help it blend in. Its hindwings are paler, and its body is fuzzy. It can resemble a piece of bark or a bird dropping.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyCarposinidaeGenusCarposina
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Female moths can lay over 100 tiny eggs, usually on fruit skin!
Its larvae are sometimes called 'fruitworms' because they live inside apples!
They are nocturnal flyers, seeking host fruit trees under the cover of night.
This moth often pretends to be a bird dropping to avoid being eaten by predators.
Special abilities
Ability
Disguise Master
Carposina scirrhosella has mottled wings that help them camouflage perfectly against tree bark, hiding from hungry birds.
Ability
Fruit Burrower
Carposina scirrhosella larvae can tunnel into ripening fruits because their tiny jaws allow them to chew through tough skin.
Ability
Scent Seeker
Carposina scirrhosella uses super-sensitive antennae that help them detect the perfect ripe fruit for laying their eggs.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 14-20 mm
- Size
- 6-9 mm
- Lifespan
- 14-28 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
The larvae of this moth eat the delicious insides of ripening fruits.
Age differences: Larvae eat fruit pulp, while adults may sip nectar or not feed at all.
Primary Foods
- apples
- pears
- plums
- cherries
- hawthorn berries
- rose hips
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
apple
Malus domestica
Its larvae burrow into the fruit.
eaten by
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great tit
Parus major
These birds prey on the moths and larvae.
parasitizes
parasitic wasp
Trichogramma pretiosum
These tiny wasps lay eggs inside the moth's eggs.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Moths are usually harmless, but it's best to watch them from a distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carposina scirrhosella's wingspan?
14-20 mm
How big is Carposina scirrhosella?
6-9 mm
How long does Carposina scirrhosella live?
14-28 days
What does Carposina scirrhosella eat?
The larvae of this moth eat the delicious insides of ripening fruits.
Where is Carposina scirrhosella usually found?
Gardens and fields
How does Carposina scirrhosella hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Carposina scirrhosella have?
6
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