Checkered Apogeshna Moth
Common NameCheckered Apogeshna Moth
Scientific NameApogeshna stenialis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, dark brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, suburban areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Canada south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host PlantsCeltis, Ulmus, Robinia
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are leaf-feeders on various trees and shrubs, pupating before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsLook for the unique, intricate checkered pattern of dark brown on a bright yellowish-orange background. Its small size and typical moth antennae are also distinguishing features.
Description
A small moth characterized by a distinctive checkered pattern of dark brown wavy lines and patches on a yellowish-orange background across its wings and body.
