Frothy Moth
Common NameFrothy Moth
Scientific NameStiria rugifrons
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyCondicinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, grey
HabitatOpen woodlands, prairies, fields
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host PlantsHelianthus (sunflowers), Rudbeckia (coneflowers)
Flight PeriodAugust to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the flowers and seeds of various Asteraceae plants, particularly sunflowers and coneflowers. Pupation occurs in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled brown and grey forewings with a prominent, jagged, pale transverse line. Its robust body and late-season flight period are also key indicators.
Description
A medium-sized, robust moth with mottled brown and grey forewings, featuring a distinct pale, jagged transverse line across the wings.
