Aspila prunivora

(Walsh, 1868)
Lesser Appleworm

Sort #: 866 | P #: 511326.4 | MPG #: 3429
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Larval feeding type: Bores into fruit
Larval substrate: Fruit bearing trees, incl. Malus (Apple), Prunus domestica (Plum)
Phenology: Adult: 5/12 to 9/09 (27 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2012
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Nantucket
Number of Records: 27