Pusiella Moth
Common NamePusiella Moth
Scientific NameEthmia pusiella
FamilyDepressariidae
SubfamilyEthmiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorswhite, black
HabitatOpen woodlands, scrubland, gardens, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North Africa, introduced to North America (Pacific Northwest)
Host PlantsLithospermum, Echium, Symphytum, Borago
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on plants in the Boraginaceae family, pupating in a cocoon. Adults emerge after pupation, typically having one or two generations per year.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its unique black and white spotted pattern on the forewings, which are predominantly white with irregular black markings. The head and thorax are also white with black spots.
Description
A small, slender moth with striking white forewings heavily marked with irregular black spots and blotches, and a white head and thorax.
