Yellow-spotted Renia Moth
Common NameYellow-spotted Renia Moth
Scientific NameRenia flavipunctalis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyHerminiinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Primary Colorstan, brown, yellow
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, forests, shrubby areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsdead leaves, decaying plant matter
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are detritivores, feeding on dead leaves and decaying plant matter. They typically overwinter as larvae.
Identification TipsLook for the overall light brown coloration, the wavy transverse lines, the subtle yellowish spots, and the long, upturned labial palps that extend forward from the head.
Description
A small, light tan to brownish moth with distinctive wavy dark brown lines across its forewings and faint yellowish spots, particularly in the median area. It has prominent, upturned labial palps giving it a 'snout' appearance.
