Three-streaked Sparganothis Moth
Common NameThree-streaked Sparganothis Moth
Scientific NameSparganothis tristriata
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Manitoba and Texas
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, blueberry, rose
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThis species undergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae being polyphagous leaf-rollers on various deciduous trees and shrubs. It typically overwinters as a larva or pupa.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive pattern of three clear yellow or cream longitudinal stripes on the reddish-orange forewings, which are held in a bell-shape at rest.
Description
This small moth has forewings characterized by three prominent longitudinal yellow or cream stripes set against a reddish-orange to brown background. Its head and thorax are typically yellowish.
