Drab Condylolomia Moth
Common NameDrab Condylolomia Moth
Scientific NameCondylolomia participalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, tan, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Quebec and Ontario south to Florida and west to Texas)
Host Plantsdead leaves, detritus
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are detritivores, feeding on dead leaves and other organic detritus. Overwinters likely as a larva or pupa.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive, pointed snout formed by the labial palps, and the overall drab reddish-brown and tan coloration of the forewings, which helps it blend into its environment.
Description
A small moth characterized by its prominent, pointed snout-like labial palps. Its forewings are a mottled blend of reddish-brown and tan, often with subtle darker markings near the costa and a faint, wavy postmedial line.
