Dotted Gymnandrosoma Moth
Common NameDotted Gymnandrosoma Moth
Scientific NameGymnandrosoma punctidiscanum
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)12.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, tan
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantsoak, hickory
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are internal feeders, typically boring into nuts (like acorns or hickory nuts) or galls on host trees. Pupation occurs within a cocoon, often in the larval feeding site or soil.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, the characteristic mottled brown and grey cryptic pattern, and the roof-like resting posture. The 'dotted' aspect refers to subtle dark markings on the forewings, which can be variable.
Description
A small, cryptically patterned moth with mottled forewings in shades of brown, grey, and tan, providing excellent camouflage against bark. It often has a somewhat tufted thorax and rests with its wings held roof-like over its body.
