Cydia pomonella

(Linnaeus, 1758)
Codling Moth

Sort #: 882 | P #: 511380 | MPG #: 3492 | PFG Page #: 124
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Larval feeding type: In the fruit
Larval substrate: Malus* (Apple), Pyrus (Pear), Prunus (Plum)
Phenology: Adult: 3/14 to 8/25 (199 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Introduced (Agricultural pest)
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1833
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 209