Little Grass-veneer
Common NameLittle Grass-veneer
Scientific NamePediasia teterrellus
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, gold
HabitatGrasslands, meadows, open fields, lawns
Geographic RangeNorth America (widespread across the continent)
Host Plantsvarious grasses
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are subterranean, feeding on the roots of various grasses. They overwinter as larvae and pupate in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, the characteristic pointed snout formed by the labial palps, and the cryptic, streaked grey-brown forewings. It often rests with its wings tightly wrapped around its body.
Description
A small, slender moth with mottled grey-brown forewings featuring subtle golden-brown streaks and a pointed, snout-like appearance due to its prominent labial palps.
