Costimacula Moth
Common NameCostimacula Moth
Scientific NameRema costimacula
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorstan, light brown, dark brown, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, shrubby areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Nova Scotia to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba)
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, blueberry
Flight PeriodApril to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are semi-loopers that feed on various woody plants, pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the prominent dark brown to black patch at the tornus of the forewing, combined with the mottled light brown coloration and triangular resting posture.
Description
A medium-sized moth with light tan to grayish-brown forewings, mottled with darker scales, and a distinctive dark brown to black patch at the tornus.
