The developing larvae of the coddling moth feed on apples. What role do apple trees play in this scenario?

A)

prey

B)

host

C)

predator

D)

parasite

E)

competitor

Codling moth belongs to the family Tortricidae. This is one of the largest families of moths, with about 950 North American species. It includes a number of important tree fruit pests, e. g., codling moth, oriental fruit moth and leafrollers. The moths are small, usually gray or brown, and their wings have bands or mottled areas. The front wings are usually square tipped. While at rest, the moths hold their wings roof-like over the body.