Pale Palpidia
Common NamePale Palpidia
Scientific NamePalpidia pallidella
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorslight brown, beige, dark brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, grasslands, suburban areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America (Canada south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantsgrasses
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are known to feed on various grasses. The moth likely overwinters as a larva or pupa, with multiple generations per year.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, pale, mottled forewings with a somewhat streaky appearance, and the distinctive feathery antennae, particularly in males. It can be found near lights at night.
Description
A small, pale yellowish-brown to grayish-brown moth with mottled forewings, often appearing speckled with darker brown scales, and prominent feathery antennae.
