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Black shield leafroller

Black shield leafroller

Archips grisea

A species of Archips

The wingspan is 1.8 - 2 cm.

General Info About Black shield leafroller
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Attributes of Black shield leafroller
Colors
Brown
Gray
Habitat
hickory; coneflower; oak; hawthorn; apple; pear; chokecherry
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, honeydew, sap, bird droppings
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Black shield leafroller is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Black shield leafroller feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Black shield leafroller
It is found in North America.
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Distribution Area of Black shield leafroller
North America
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Life Cycle of Black shield leafroller
Egg The egg of black shield leafroller is often ovoid or spherical, laid on host plants. Tiny and sometimes colored to blend with the foliage, the eggs serve as a protected stage for embryonic development.
Larva As black shield leafroller hatches, the worm-like larva emerges, primarily focused on feeding and growth. This stage sees multiple molts, each increasing in size and sometimes changing patterns.
Pupal Black shield leafroller's pupa is a transitional phase. Encased within a chrysalis, black shield leafroller undergoes remarkable transformation, reallocating tissues to form adult structures, while immobile and vulnerable.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult black shield leafroller's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Adult Black shield leafroller
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Black shield leafroller
The black shield leafroller is capable of 'vocalizing', producing sounds to deter predators, a rare ability among Lepidoptera.
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Scientific Classification of Black shield leafroller
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Youth Habitat of Black shield leafroller
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Black shield leafroller
Forests and Woodlands
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How Can You Attract Black shield leafroller
Depending on the stage of black shield leafroller, the trap food might include pheromones or scents that are attractive to adult black shield leafroller, or host plant leaves for caterpillars of black shield leafroller.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Black shield leafroller
Mild, non-windy, and relatively humid conditions are generally more suitable for finding black shield leafroller since extreme temperatures and dryness can be lethal to them. Soft rain may also increase the activity levels of adult black shield leafroller.
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How and Where Can You Find Black shield leafroller at Different Life Stages
Egg Black shield leafroller eggs are typically laid on host plants in clusters or rows. To find them, examine the leaves of potential host plants, looking for small, round or oval eggs that might be laid in a pattern.
Larva Black shield leafroller caterpillars are found on or near their host plants, where they feed. Search for black shield leafroller caterpillars by inspecting the leaves, stems, and buds of host plants for signs of feeding damage or frass (caterpillar droppings).
Pupal Black shield leafroller chrysalises are commonly attached to plants or debris near the ground. They can be located by searching the base of host plants and nearby structures like fences or walls where the caterpillar might have wandered to pupate.
Adult Adult black shield leafroller can be found near food sources such as flowering plants that provide nectar. They might also be attracted to light sources at night. Use light traps or bait stations with attractive scents to draw them in.
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Harmful Effects of Black shield leafroller
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Hurt Plant

The black shield leafroller targets Betula and Alnus species, causing harm primarily through chewing plant tissues. Its feeding activity results in the defoliation of leaves and the degradation of fruits, which can lead to diminished photosynthesis, weakened growth, and reduced reproductive success in the host plants. The visible signs include chewed leaf edges and damaged fruit surfaces.

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