Hypsopygia phoezalis
Common NameHypsopygia phoezalis
Scientific NameHypsopygia phoezalis
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, tan
HabitatGrasslands, open woodlands, and areas with suitable dried plant material
Geographic RangeSouthwestern United States (e.g., Arizona, New Mexico, Texas)
Host Plantsdried plant material, hay, stored products
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae typically feed on dried plant matter, hay, or stored products.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, overall brown coloration, and the characteristic wavy dark bands across the forewings, particularly the prominent subterminal band.
Description
A small moth with mottled brown forewings featuring distinct wavy dark brown bands and a lighter tan or reddish-brown subterminal band.
