Julia's Dicymolomia Moth
Common NameJulia's Dicymolomia Moth
Scientific NameDicymolomia julialis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySchoenobiinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorswhite, brown, black
HabitatFields, open woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Canada south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host PlantsTypha (cattail), Solidago (goldenrod) galls, various grasses, detritus/fungi
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are internal feeders, often found in plant stems like cattails or within galls of plants such as goldenrod, or feeding on detritus. Pupation occurs within the host material.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the characteristic triangular shape when at rest, and the intricate mottled pattern of white, light brown, and dark markings. Prominent, forward-projecting labial palps are also a good indicator.
Description
A small moth with a distinctive triangular resting posture, featuring mottled white, light brown, and dark brown/black markings that provide excellent camouflage.
