Broad-patched Eugnosta Moth
Common NameBroad-patched Eugnosta Moth
Scientific NameEugnosta bimaculana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyCochylini
Wingspan (mm)12.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorstan, brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, meadows
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Quebec to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba)
Host PlantsSolidago, Aster
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are internal feeders, often found in the stems or roots of host plants like goldenrod and aster. Pupation typically occurs within the host plant or in the soil.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include its small size, the pale yellowish-tan ground color of the forewings, and the prominent, broad dark brown median band.
Description
This small moth has pale yellowish-tan forewings marked with a distinctive broad, dark brown band across the middle and additional darker brown patches near the base and apex.
