Zigzag Herpetogramma Moth
Common NameZigzag Herpetogramma Moth
Scientific NameHerpetogramma thestealis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Primary Colorsyellowish-tan, dark brown
HabitatWoodlands, fields, gardens, and disturbed areas.
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southeastern Canada south to Florida and west to Texas.
Host Plantsdogbane, mint, various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green caterpillars that feed on the leaves of host plants, often rolling or tying leaves together. They pupate in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive zigzag pattern of dark lines on yellowish-tan wings, a prominent dark discal spot, and its relatively small size.
Description
A small moth with yellowish-tan to olive-green wings featuring intricate dark brown zigzag lines and patches, including a distinct dark discal spot on the forewing. The body is similarly colored.
