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Tea tortrix

Tea tortrix

Homona coffearia

A species of Homona

The wingspan is 1.6 - 2 cm for males and about 2.5 cm for females. The ground colour of the forewings in males is greyish brown, with brown markings and a darker spot at the costa. The hindwings are dark fuscous. In females, the forewings are pale brown, almost without distinct markings.

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Attributes of Tea tortrix
Colors
Brown
Orange
Habitat
plant
Adult Food Sources
Plant nectar, honeydew, sap, pollen, bird droppings for moisture and nutrients
Larva Food Source
Coffee leaves, tea bushes, paraserianthes falcataria (albizia), camellia sinensis, cinchona spp.
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Adult Size of Tea tortrix
1.6 - 2.5 cm
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Predators of Tea tortrix Larvae
Birds, rodents, parasitic wasps, predatory beetles
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Predators of Adult Tea tortrix
Birds, bats, spiders, ants, mantises
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Interesting Facts About Tea tortrix
Tea tortrix can adjust its internal chemistry to deter predators, releasing a chemical that is unpalatable, giving it a unique defense mechanism among its peers.
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Scientific Classification of Tea tortrix
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Youth Habitat of Tea tortrix
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Tea tortrix
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Tea tortrix
For tea tortrix, pheromone traps or food attractants like fermenting fruit can be used as they are drawn to these scents.
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Habitat Preferences of Tea tortrix Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of tea tortrix are typically found on the undersides of leaves, where they are laid in clusters for protection. Caterpillars, the larval stage, often reside in the internal parts of plants or roll the leaves to create shelters, feeding on the plant material. As pupae, tea tortrix usually remain hidden within the rolled leaves or in other sheltered spots within the host plant, like crevices or between joined leaves. Seeking these stages requires careful observation of plant surfaces and looking within altered plant structures for signs of infestation. To find tea tortrix adults, searching nearby flowering plants, especially at dusk when they are most active, can be fruitful as they are attracted to the blooms for nectar.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Tea tortrix
The suitable time to find adult tea tortrix is at dusk or during the night when they are most active. For larvae, daytime searches in their habitat are more productive.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Tea tortrix
Calm and warm weather is preferable for finding tea tortrix, as extreme temperatures and heavy rain can drive them into hiding or be lethal to them.
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Harmful Effects of Tea tortrix
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of tea tortrix are significant pests in coffee plantations, feeding on leaves and fruits, potentially causing mild to severe damage. Light infestations lead to reduced photosynthesis, while heavy attacks result in defoliation and fruit loss, impacting crop yield and quality, with subsequent economic repercussions for growers.

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