Cucullia convexipennis

Grote & Robinson, 1868

Brown-hooded Owlet, Brown-bordered Cucullia

Cucullia convexipennis is a found in northeastern North America. are medium-sized with a wingspan of 40–50 mm and forewing length of 19–23 mm. The exhibits a period from May to September, varying by location. feed on Asteraceae, specifically Aster, Solidago, and Callistephus chinensis. The species was first described by Grote and Robinson in 1868.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cucullia convexipennis: /kuːˈkʊliə kɔnˌvɛksɪˈpɛnɪs/

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Distribution

Northeastern United States and adjacent parts of Canada. Recorded from Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan in Canada, and Vermont in the United States.

Seasonality

from May to September depending on location.

Diet

feed on Aster, Solidago, and Callistephus chinensis (Asteraceae).

Host Associations

  • Aster - larval food plant
  • Solidago - larval food plant
  • Callistephus chinensis - larval food plant

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