White Tangle
Common NameWhite Tangle
Scientific NameNoctuidae sp.
FamilyNoctuidae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, black
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, open fields
Geographic RangeUndetermined (likely widespread for a general Noctuidae species)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, deciduous trees
Flight PeriodMay to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Larvae typically feed on host plants before pupating in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsLook for the overall mottled brown and tan coloration, the wavy transverse lines on the forewings, and the robust body typical of owlet moths. Specific identification often requires examination of genitalic features.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown, tan, and dark brown forewings featuring wavy transverse lines and a cryptic pattern, designed for camouflage.
