Epiphyas xylodes (A Tortricid moth (Tortricinae))

The caterpillars are an orchard pest, attacking the fruit of:
 Cherries ( Prunus avium, ROSACEAE ),
 but have been found attacking plants in many other families including
 ASTERACEAE,
 CUNONIACEAE,
 EUPHORBIACEAE,
 MALVACEAE,
 MONIMIACEAE,
 MYRTACEAE.

The adult moth has pale brown wings, with the forewings having dark markings including a diagonal dark patch near the middle of the costa. The natural posture has a bell-shaped outline.

The species has been found in :
 New South Wales,
 Victoria,
 Tasmania,
 South Australia, and
 Western Australia.

Regional distribution

Epiphyas xylodes is listed in the following regions: