Pine Webworm Moth
Common NamePine Webworm Moth
Scientific NamePococera robustella
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyEpipaschiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white
HabitatPine forests, woodlands, areas with pine trees
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Canada south to Florida and west to Texas)
Host PlantsPinus spp. (various pine species)
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae construct silken webs on pine needles, feeding and developing within these protective structures. They typically overwinter as pupae in cocoons.
Identification TipsKey features include the broad white band on the forewings against a mottled dark background, and its presence in areas with pine trees.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with mottled dark brown and grey forewings, prominently featuring a broad, distinct white band across the middle.
