Aspila packardi

(Zeller, 1876)
Cherry Fruitworm

Sort #: 865 | P #: 511326.3 | MPG #: 3428 | PFG Page #: 122
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Larval feeding type: Bores into fruit
Larval substrate: Fruit bearing trees, incl. Malus (Apple), Prunus (Cherry), Prunus persica (Peach), Pyrus (Pear),
Phenology: Adult: 4/04 to 9/20 (48 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1936
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 49