Speckled Rustic
Common NameSpeckled Rustic
Scientific NameIdia aemula
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyHerminiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black
HabitatWoodlands, forests, suburban areas, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsdead leaves, fungi, lichens
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are detritivores, feeding on dead plant matter, fungi, and lichens. Pupation occurs in leaf litter or soil.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled grey-brown forewings with prominent dark reniform and orbicular spots, and a wavy subterminal line. Often rests with wings held flat.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with mottled grey-brown forewings, featuring distinct dark reniform and orbicular spots, and wavy transverse lines.
