Fiery Hypocosmia Moth
Common NameFiery Hypocosmia Moth
Scientific NameHypocosmia pyrochroma
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, brown, white, purple
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America (e.g., eastern US, parts of Canada)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants (specifics not well-documented)
Flight PeriodJune to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically concealed feeders on their host plants.
Identification TipsKey features include the striking orange-brown forewings with the broad, irregular white/purplish median band and the white subterminal line. Its triangular resting posture is typical of many Pyralidae moths.
Description
A small moth with rich orange-brown forewings featuring a prominent, irregular white to purplish-white median band and a distinct white subterminal line. The head and thorax are often reddish-brown.
