White-patched Kearfottia
Common NameWhite-patched Kearfottia
Scientific NameKearfottia albifasciella
FamilyBlastobasidae
SubfamilyBlastobasinae
Wingspan (mm)11
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, white
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with decaying plant matter or galls
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantsplant detritus, galls, seeds
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are often scavengers, feeding on plant detritus, within galls, or on seeds, before undergoing pupation.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size and the striking, broad white band that sharply contrasts with the dark brown or black forewings.
Description
A small moth with dark brown to black forewings, prominently featuring a broad, irregular white band across the middle of each wing.
