Fissicrambus mutabilis
(Clemens, 1860)
Changeable Grass-veneer, Striped Sod Webworm
Fissicrambus mutabilis, known as the changeable grass-veneer or striped , is a crambid whose larvae are significant agricultural and turfgrass pests. The ranges across eastern North America from Quebec to Florida and west to Texas and Illinois. Larvae feed on the roots and foliage of grasses, causing damage to lawns, golf courses, wheat fields, and corn crops.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Fissicrambus mutabilis: /ˌfɪsɪˈkræmbəs mjuːˈtæbɪlɪs/
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Habitat
Turfgrass systems, lawns, golf courses, and agricultural fields including wheat and corn crops.
Distribution
Eastern North America: Quebec to Florida, west to Texas and Illinois, north to Ontario.
Host Associations
- turfgrass - larval primary ; larvae feed on roots and foliage causing sod damage
- wheat - larval agricultural pest
- corn - larval agricultural pest
Ecological Role
Herbivorous pest causing economic damage to turfgrass and grain crops through larval feeding on roots and foliage.
Human Relevance
Significant pest of managed turfgrass and agricultural systems; management strategies are recommended for control.
More Details
Nomenclature
The was described by Clemens in 1860. reflect both life stages: 'striped ' refers to the larva, while 'changeable grass-veneer' refers to the .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
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