George's Midget
Common NameGeorge's Midget
Scientific NameNola georgiana
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyNolinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, gray, white, black
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, forests, and areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Ontario and Quebec south to Florida and west to Texas
Host Plantsoak, hickory, maple, birch
Flight PeriodMay to September (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy and feed on the leaves of various deciduous trees. They pupate in a silken cocoon, often incorporating debris, before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, the characteristic dark, somewhat triangular central band on the forewing, and the contrasting lighter, often whitish, outer margin. It often rests with wings folded tent-like.
Description
A small moth with mottled brown, gray, and white forewings, featuring a distinct dark central band and a lighter, often whitish, terminal area. The hindwings are typically a uniform pale gray.
