Common Glaphyria Moth
Common NameCommon Glaphyria Moth
Scientific NameGlaphyria fulminalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyGlaphyriinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Primary Colorsyellow, white
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada south to Florida and west to Texas
Host Plantssumac (Rhus spp.)
Flight PeriodMay to September (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae feeding on host plants before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive pale yellow wings with prominent white wavy lines, especially the postmedial line, and white subterminal spots.
Description
A small moth characterized by its pale yellow ground color adorned with intricate white wavy lines and distinct white spots across its forewings.
