Green Oak Tortrix - Tortrix viridana.

Green Oak Tortrix - Tortrix viridana. A micro moth species from the family of Tortricidae , subfamily Tortricinae . The moth has a wingspan of 18 to 23 mm. It is a distinctive species as this is the only green 'Tortrix' in the British Isles. This moth can be found on the wing from May to early July from dusk onwards. It can also be found resting in sunshine. Its habitat is in well-wooded areas, mainly deciduous woodland, and other areas where Oak is present in numbers. The species' life history is that it can become a pest if it inhabits Oak woodland. Although Oak is the main food plant, other deciduous trees are also used, the larvae feeding in a rolled-up or folded leaf—these abundant larvae sometimes wholly defoliate trees. This species is widespread and classified as common in the UK.

Tags: Green Oak Tortrix - Tortrix viridana.