Cambridge's Grass-veneer
Common NameCambridge's Grass-veneer
Scientific NameEuchromius cambridgei
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)21
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white, black
HabitatDry grasslands, steppes, sandy areas, open habitats
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East, Central Asia
Host Plantsgrasses (Poaceae)
Flight PeriodMay to September (bivoltine)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various grasses, likely pupating in the soil or among plant litter. This species is typically bivoltine, producing two generations per year.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the prominent, porrect labial palps and the specific intricate pattern of the forewings, which often feature metallic scales and a distinct terminal marking unique to the species within its genus.
Description
A small, slender moth characterized by its long, forward-projecting labial palps and cryptically patterned forewings in shades of brown, grey, and white, often with metallic scales and intricate markings.
