Yellow Pearl
Common NameYellow Pearl
Scientific NameAnania crocealis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyraustinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorsyellow
HabitatDamp grasslands, fens, marshes, woodland edges, often near water
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host PlantsMentha, Stachys
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various herbaceous plants, particularly mints and woundworts. They overwinter as larvae before pupating in a cocoon among leaves or in the soil.
Identification TipsKey features include its uniform bright yellow coloration and the faint, often indistinct, darker yellow transverse lines on the forewings. Its small size and preference for damp habitats are also helpful indicators.
Description
A small, vibrant yellow moth with a slender body and long antennae, characterized by subtle, darker yellow transverse lines across its wings.
