Paler Moodna Moth
Common NamePaler Moodna Moth
Scientific NameMoodna pallidostrinella
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPhycitinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsbrown, orange, white
HabitatWoodlands, forest edges, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantssumac, oak
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are caterpillars that feed on the leaves of host plants such as sumac and oak, undergoing pupation before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey features include the reddish-brown head and thorax, the distinct pale grey band separating the thorax from the dark brown forewings, and the wavy pale grey patterns on the distal part of the forewings.
Description
A small moth characterized by an orange-brown head and thorax, and dark brown forewings marked with a prominent pale grey transverse band and wavy pale grey lines on the outer half.
