Pasture Grass-veneer
Common NamePasture Grass-veneer
Scientific NameCrambus agitatellus
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, orange, brown, black
HabitatGrassy areas, pastures, meadows, lawns
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsvarious grasses (Poaceae)
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the roots of various grasses, often overwintering as larvae in silken cocoons underground. Pupation occurs in the spring.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive broad white stripe running down the center of the forewing, bordered by yellowish-orange, and the elongated, pointed labial palps that give it a 'snout' appearance.
Description
A small moth characterized by a prominent, broad white longitudinal stripe on each forewing, bordered by yellowish-orange or brown, with a distinctive pointed snout formed by its labial palps.
