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Codling Moth

Cydia pomonella

Photo by HemaShah
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Field Notes

Description:

Grayish moth,tiny,100 ft elevation,in the vicinity of pine,apple,cedar,citrus trees.Has brown marking on the border of the wings.

Habitat:

Backyard.side of home/

Species ID Suggestions

Codling Moth

Cydia pomonella

Reference Link
Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (4)
HemaShah
That means we better be ready to find the "Worm" in the apple!!
HemaShah
Wow ,the similarity is eerie. Thanks again for a perfect ID!
Jacob Gorneau
Please also add this moth to my mission, "Moths of the World:" http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8841449
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PublishedApril 13, 2013

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