Streaked Eupragia
Common NameStreaked Eupragia
Scientific NameEupragia hospitella
FamilyGelechiidae
SubfamilyGelechiinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorscream, brown, dark brown
HabitatMeadows, fields, open woodlands, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host PlantsSolidago, Aster
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are reported to be internal feeders, possibly leaf miners or stem borers, on the flowers and stems of goldenrod (Solidago) and aster species.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size, the characteristic streaked wing pattern of cream and brown, and the prominent, upward-curving labial palps typical of many Gelechiidae moths.
Description
A small moth with narrow, elongated wings featuring a distinctive pattern of creamy white and various shades of brown streaks and wavy lines. Its head has prominent, upturned labial palps.
