Bumelia Webworm Moth
Common NameBumelia Webworm Moth
Scientific NameAnacampsis rhoifructella
FamilyGelechiidae
SubfamilyGelechiinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsdark gray, brown
HabitatDry woodlands, scrublands, and open forests where host plants are present
Geographic RangeSoutheastern United States
Host PlantsSideroxylon lanuginosum, Sideroxylon lycioides, other Sideroxylon species
Flight PeriodApril to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are webworms, feeding gregariously within silken webs on the leaves of Sideroxylon species. Pupation typically occurs within the web or in the soil.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, uniform dark coloration, and characteristic resting posture with wings folded flat over the body. Association with Sideroxylon host plants is also a strong indicator.
Description
A small, slender moth with uniformly dark gray to brownish wings held flat over its body, giving it a streamlined appearance. It possesses long, slender antennae.
