Cortical Nomophila
Common NameCortical Nomophila
Scientific NameNomophila corticalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorslight brown, dark brown, tan
HabitatGrasslands, meadows, open fields, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeNorth America (widespread in eastern and central US/Canada), Europe, Asia
Host Plantsvarious grasses (Poaceae)
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various grasses, pupating in a silken cocoon among the host plants. The species has multiple generations per year.
Identification TipsKey features include the prominent 'snout' formed by the labial palps, the mottled brown forewings with specific dark spots and streaks, and the generally paler hindwings. It can be distinguished from similar species by the distinctness and pattern of its forewing markings.
Description
A small, slender moth with mottled light and dark brown forewings, featuring several distinct dark spots and streaks. Its hindwings are typically paler.
