Episimus tyrius

Episimus tyrius, the maple tip borer moth or maple leaftier moth,[1] is a species of moth in the family Tortricidae.

It is found in the eastern United States from New York to Florida west to Texas.

[2] The wingspan measures 9–12 mm.

The moth flies year round in Florida, but flies from June to August in other parts of its range.

[2] The larvae feed on mainly on maples (Acer), but may also use redbay (Persea borbonia) and Carolina laurelcherry (Prunus caroliniana).