Spot-edged Dyspyralis Moth
Common NameSpot-edged Dyspyralis Moth
Scientific NameDyspyralis puncticosta
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyBoletobiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, areas with lichens and fungi
Geographic RangeEastern North America (Quebec and Ontario south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantslichens, fungi
Flight PeriodApril to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are caterpillars that feed on lichens and fungi, typically found on trees. They undergo complete metamorphosis through egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled grey and white forewings with a series of distinct dark spots along the outer margin (termen) and prominent dark patches near the costa and apex. Its small size is also characteristic.
Description
A small moth with cryptically patterned forewings, featuring a mottled blend of grey and white with distinct dark spots along the outer margin and prominent dark patches near the costa.
