Curved-lined Agonopterix Moth
Common NameCurved-lined Agonopterix Moth
Scientific NameAgonopterix curvilineella
FamilyDepressariidae
SubfamilyDepressariinae
Wingspan (mm)16
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white
HabitatWoodlands, open fields, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Canada south to Florida and west to Texas
Host PlantsAster, Solidago
Flight PeriodAugust to May
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on host plants such as asters and goldenrods. Adults emerge and overwinter, becoming active again in the spring.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size, cryptic mottled brown and grey coloration, and the two distinct dark, curved markings on the forewings.
Description
This small moth has mottled brown and grey forewings, providing excellent camouflage. It is characterized by two prominent dark, curved lines on each forewing and scattered white scales.
