Choreutis xanthogramma
Common NameChoreutis xanthogramma
Scientific NameChoreutis xanthogramma
FamilyChoreutidae
SubfamilyChoreutinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, cream, orange
HabitatWoodlands, forest edges, and areas with dogwood host plants
Geographic RangeEastern North America (USA, Canada)
Host PlantsCornus species (dogwoods)
Flight PeriodMay to September (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are leaf-skeletonizers, feeding on the underside of dogwood leaves, often under a silken web. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its unique and striking pattern of black, cream, and orange-brown bands on the forewings, and its small size. Often seen during the day.
Description
A small moth with black forewings featuring a prominent, irregular cream-colored median band and an orange-brown subterminal band with black markings. The head and thorax are pale yellowish.
