No widely recognized common name
Common NameNo widely recognized common name
Scientific NameApilocrocis brumalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyraustinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorspale brown, grey, yellowish
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, disturbed areas, gardens
Geographic RangeNeotropical, including parts of Central and South America, and southern North America (e.g., Florida, Texas)
Host PlantsPoorly documented, likely various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; warmer months in subtropical/temperate parts of its range
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are likely concealed feeders on herbaceous plants.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, pale and somewhat translucent wings, and the general morphology typical of the Pyraustinae subfamily. Specific identification often requires examination of genitalic structures.
Description
A small, slender moth with semi-translucent, pale brownish-grey wings that often have a faint yellowish tint near the base. The forewings feature diffuse, slightly darker markings and a pale fringe.
