curved-ribbon
Common Namecurved-ribbon
Scientific NameIdia curvata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyHerminiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, tan
HabitatWoodlands, forests, areas with leaf litter
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsdead leaves, fungi, lichens
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are detritivores, feeding on decaying organic matter such as dead leaves, fungi, and lichens. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive dark, wavy-edged central band on the brown forewings and the robust, hairy body.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its brown forewings featuring a prominent, dark brown central band with distinct wavy, irregular borders.
