Gracious Ischnurges Moth
Common NameGracious Ischnurges Moth
Scientific NameIschnurges gratiosalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)16.5
Primary Colorsbrown, golden-yellow, purplish-pink
HabitatWoodlands, forests, areas with ferns
Geographic RangeEastern North America (eastern United States and parts of Canada)
Host PlantsAdiantum pedatum, ferns
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are known to feed on various fern species, particularly Northern Maidenhair Fern.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its intricate and colorful wing pattern, featuring prominent purplish-pink and golden-yellow markings, especially the broad purplish band along the outer margin of the wings.
Description
A small moth with broad, somewhat triangular wings displaying a complex and iridescent pattern of golden-yellow, reddish-brown, and purplish-pink bands and patches.
