Obtuse Yellow
Common NameObtuse Yellow
Scientific NameAnania coronata
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyraustinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsyellow, dark brown, black
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, hedgerows, various vegetated areas
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North America
Host PlantsUrtica dioica, Mentha spp., Origanum vulgare, various Lamiaceae
Flight PeriodMay to July, August to September
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green with a dark head, feeding on a variety of herbaceous plants. They typically overwinter as pupae within a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the vivid yellow ground color of the forewings combined with the unique pattern of wavy dark brown/black bands and small dark spots. This pattern is quite characteristic among small yellow moths.
Description
A small moth characterized by its bright yellow forewings adorned with distinctive, irregular dark brown to black bands and scattered spots. The head and thorax are typically brownish.
