Summer Fruit Tortrix vs Lesser Citronella Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Summer Fruit Tortrix | Lesser Citronella Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adoxophyes orana | Lasius claviger |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 18-22 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, East Asia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Summer Fruit Tortrix
A small yellowish-brown moth with darker V-shaped markings on the forewings. It is a significant fruit pest throughout Europe and East Asia.
Did You Know?
It was one of the first insects to be controlled using synthetic pheromone mating disruption.
Lesser Citronella Ant
A small yellow subterranean ant closely related to the larger citronella ant. It produces a citrus scent and lives in deep soil nests tending root aphids.
Did You Know?
Citronella ants are obligate herders whose survival depends entirely on their symbiotic relationship with underground aphids.