Cydia latiferreana, the filbertworm moth, is a moth of the family Tortricidae. It was formerly (and sometimes is still) separated in a monotypic genus Melissopus.
 It is found in most of North America. The wingspan is about 18 mm. Adults are on wing from July to October depending on the location.
 The larvae (filbertworms) feed on the acorns of Quercus alba, Quercus macrocarpa, Quercus rubra and Quercus velutina but are most noted for feeding on hazelnuts, seeds of the genus Corylus, and are a major pest of hazelnut orchards in the Pacific northwest.

harmful

Cydia latiferreana is considered a tree pest because it infests and damages various species of trees, particularly fruit trees, by feeding on the leaves, buds, and fruits, leading to reduced tree health and crop yield.

tree pest

Cydia latiferreana can be considered garden pests because they have a tendency to infest and damage various plants in home gardens, including fruit trees, ornamental trees, and shrubs, leading to reduced plant health and fruit production.

garden pest

Cydia latiferreana is considered a crop pest because it infests and damages various crops, particularly fruit crops, by feeding on the fruits and causing significant economic losses to farmers.

crop pest

Cydia latiferreana is considered a pest because it infests and damages trees, gardens, and crops, leading to reduced plant health, fruit production, and economic losses for farmers.

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