Northern Herpetogramma Moth
Common NameNorthern Herpetogramma Moth
Scientific NameHerpetogramma aquilonalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Primary Colorspale brown, tan, grayish-white, purple
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with herbaceous vegetation
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host PlantsImpatiens
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are caterpillars that feed on herbaceous plants, particularly *Impatiens* species.
Identification TipsKey features include its overall pale, somewhat translucent appearance, the faint wavy transverse lines on the wings, and the characteristic purplish sheen, especially on the forewings.
Description
This small moth has pale brownish-tan wings adorned with faint, wavy darker lines and a subtle purplish iridescence. Its body is slender and matches the wing coloration.
