Codling moth

The codling moth is a small insect known for its appetite for fruit, especially apples and pears. Its larvae, often called 'apple worms,' burrow into fruit, making them a common pest in orchards. This moth is part of the Tortricidae family and is found in regions where fruit trees grow.

• Codling moth larvae tunnel into apples and pears.
• Their larvae are sometimes called 'apple worms.'
• They are major pests in fruit orchards.