Blurry-patched Nola Moth
Common NameBlurry-patched Nola Moth
Scientific NameNola cilicoides
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyNolinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Primary Colorswhite, brown, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, and areas with host oaks
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba)
Host Plantsoak (Quercus spp.)
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are caterpillars that feed on oak leaves before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive blurry dark patches on the forewings and the small size. The wavy brown bands on a white background are also key features.
Description
A small white moth characterized by wavy brownish bands across the forewings and two prominent, somewhat blurry dark brown patches near the trailing edge, along with a small dark spot closer to the apex.
