Doubtful Apamea Moth
Common NameDoubtful Apamea Moth
Scientific NameApamea dubitans
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyHadeninae
Wingspan (mm)39
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsdark brown, reddish-brown, grey
HabitatWoodlands, open fields, meadows, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantssedges, various grasses
Flight PeriodJuly to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are root and stem borers of various grasses and sedges, overwintering as larvae before pupating in the soil in spring.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled dark brown to reddish-brown forewings with often obscure but present reniform and orbicular spots. Its robust body and typical resting posture with wings folded flat are also characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized, robust moth with mottled dark brown to reddish-brown forewings, often displaying indistinct reniform and orbicular spots, and paler hindwings.
