Twelve-lined Ofatulena
Ofatulena duodecemstriata is a tortricid moth species in the tribe Grapholitini, first described by Walsingham in 1884 from the basionym Grapholitha duodecemstriata. The species is known by the common name "Twelve-lined Ofatulena" and has accumulated over 1,000 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is a relatively well-documented member of its genus. It belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae, a group of tortricid moths that includes many species associated with fruit and seed feeding. The specific epithet "duodecemstriata" refers to twelve stripes or lines, likely describing a diagnostic wing pattern feature.
Oidaematophorini is a tribe of plume moths within the subfamily Pterophorinae, characterized by distinctive wing morphology. The tribe includes genera such as Calyciphora, Merrifieldia, Tabulaephorus, Emmelina, and Hellinsia. In Iran alone, at least 29 species across Oidaematophorini and the related tribe Pterophorini have been documented, with new species and sexes of described species still being discovered.
Western Plume Moth
A plume moth in the family Pterophoridae, found in western North America from Alberta and British Columbia south to Arizona and Utah. The species exhibits considerable color variation but generally displays creamy white to dull tawny-brown coloration with characteristic brown markings on the forewings. The wingspan ranges from 26–29 mm. Larvae feed on Aster, Grindelia, and Helianthus species.
Olethreutes auricapitana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. It was described by Walsingham in 1879, originally placed in the genus Sericoris. The species belongs to a large genus of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. Like other Olethreutes species, it is likely a small moth with typical tortricid characteristics, though specific details about its biology and appearance remain poorly documented in available sources.
Olethreutes brunneopurpurata is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. The species was described by Heinrich in 1923. It belongs to a genus of leafroller moths whose larvae typically feed internally within plant tissues. Specific details about the biology and appearance of this particular species remain poorly documented in accessible literature.
Olethreutes concinnana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Clemens in 1865 under the name Sericoris concinnana. As a member of the Olethreutinae subfamily, it belongs to a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The genus Olethreutes contains numerous species, many of which are challenging to distinguish without close examination. Like other members of its genus, O. concinnana is likely a small moth with wings folded roof-like over the body at rest.
Olethreutes electrofuscum is a small tortricid moth species described by Heinrich in 1923. It belongs to the genus Olethreutes, a diverse group of leafroller moths within the family Tortricidae. The species has been documented from Vermont and other parts of the United States, with 24 observations recorded on iNaturalist. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with typical tortricid wing posture at rest.
Olethreutes fagigemmeana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. First described by Chambers in 1878, this small moth belongs to a large genus of leafroller moths. The specific epithet suggests an association with beech (Fagus), though the precise biological meaning remains to be fully documented. Like other Olethreutes species, it is likely a small, inconspicuous moth active during daylight hours, though detailed life history information is sparse.
Woolly-backed Moth, Woolly-backed Moth and Close Allies
Olethreutes furfuranum, commonly known as the woolly-backed moth, is a species of tortricid moth described by McDunnough in 1922. The species belongs to the genus Olethreutes, a diverse group of small tortrix moths within the family Tortricidae. It is found across eastern North America. The specific epithet "furfuranum" and common name "woolly-backed" suggest distinctive dorsal scaling, though detailed morphological descriptions are sparse in available literature.
Olethreutes galaxana is a species of tortricid moth described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the genus Olethreutes, a diverse group of small moths commonly known as leafroller moths. The species has been documented in the prairie provinces of Canada. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with relatively inconspicuous coloration, though specific diagnostic features for this species are not well documented in available sources.
Putty-patched Moth
Olethreutes griseoalbana is a small tortricid moth commonly known as the Putty-patched Moth. It belongs to the family Tortricidae, a large group of moths often called leafroller moths due to the larval habit of rolling or folding leaves. The species was described by Walsingham in 1879. Like other members of the genus Olethreutes, it is likely associated with specific host plants, though detailed life history information for this particular species appears limited in the available literature.
Olethreutes lacunanum is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, genus Olethreutes. As a member of this large genus, it shares characteristics with other Olethreutes species, though specific natural history details for this particular species remain poorly documented in available literature. The genus Olethreutes includes numerous small to medium-sized moths, many of which are associated with specific host plants.
Malana Leafroller Moth
Olethreutes malana is a species of tortricid moth commonly known as the Malana Leafroller Moth. First described by Fernald in 1882, it belongs to the diverse leafroller moth genus Olethreutes within the family Tortricidae. The species has been documented in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont. As with many Olethreutes species, it is likely associated with woody host plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in available sources.
Olethreutes n-sp-nr-auricapitana is an undescribed or provisionally named species in the tortricid moth genus Olethreutes, indicated by the notation 'n-sp-nr-auricapitana' suggesting it is a new species near or related to O. auricapitana. The genus Olethreutes comprises small to medium-sized tortrix moths, many of which are leaf-rollers or bud-feeders as larvae. This particular taxon lacks formal description in the scientific literature, reflecting the substantial undescribed diversity that remains within North American microlepidoptera.
Olethreutes nitidana is a species of tortricid moth described by Clemens in 1860. It belongs to the large genus Olethreutes, which contains numerous small moth species commonly known as leafroller moths. The species has been documented in the northeastern United States, with records from Vermont. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with relatively nondescript coloration, though specific diagnostic features for this species are not well documented in available sources.
Fern Olethreutes Moth
Olethreutes osmundana, commonly known as the Fern Olethreutes Moth, is a small tortricid moth described by Fernald in 1879. The species epithet "osmundana" references the fern genus Osmunda, suggesting an association with fern habitats. As a member of the Olethreutinae subfamily, it belongs to a group of tortricid moths whose larvae are typically internal feeders in plant tissues. The species has been recorded in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont.
Olethreutes schulziana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. It was described by Fabricius in 1776. Records indicate its presence in the Canadian provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. As with many Olethreutes species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Olethreutes sericoranum is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Walsingham in 1879. It belongs to the large genus Olethreutes, which contains numerous small moth species commonly known as leafroller moths. Based on related species in the genus, it is likely a small moth with typical tortricid characteristics, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented in available sources.
cutworm moth, dart moth
Oligia divesta is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1874. It is a medium-sized noctuid moth native to North America. The species is recognized by the Hodges number 9559 in North American moth classification systems. Based on iNaturalist records, it has been documented in at least 233 observations, suggesting it is moderately well-recorded across its range.
Ommatospila is a genus of moths in the family Crambidae, subfamily Spilomelinae. It was established by Julius Lederer in 1863 and contains three described species distributed across the Americas. The genus belongs to a diverse group of pyraloid moths commonly known as grass moths or snout moths.
Omphaloscelis lunosa is a noctuid moth described by Haworth in 1809, originally placed in Noctua and later transferred to Omphaloscelis. The species is currently treated as a synonym of Anchoscelis lunosa (or Agrochola lunosa in some treatments). Records indicate presence in Denmark and Norway.
Ophisma tropicalis is a moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. It is widely distributed across tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from the southern United States to Uruguay. The species has been recorded on numerous Caribbean islands and throughout mainland South America. Larvae feed on Cupania americana, a member of the soapberry family.
white eyecap moths, white eye-capped moths
A family of minute moths distinguished by exceptionally large eyecaps covering the compound eyes. The family comprises approximately 200 described species across two subfamilies (Oposteginae with 87 species, Opostegoidinae with 15 species), with highest diversity in the New World tropics where 83 species represent 42% of global diversity. Larval biology remains poorly documented, though stem-mining habits have been suggested for some species.
Rustic Quaker
Orthodes majuscula, commonly known as the Rustic Quaker, is a noctuid moth described by Herrich-Schäffer in 1868. It is widespread throughout the New World, ranging from eastern North America through Central America to South America. Adults are active from May to August and have a wingspan of 28–35 mm.
Ortholepis is a genus of small moths in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae, established by Émile Louis Ragonot in 1887. The genus contains approximately 12 described species distributed across the Holarctic region, with records from Europe and North America. Species within this genus are associated with various woody host plants including birch, blueberry, and rhododendron. The genus has been subject to taxonomic revision, with some species transferred from related genera.
Orthosia flaviannula is a noctuid moth species described by Smith in 1899. It belongs to the genus Orthosia, a group of early spring-flying moths commonly known as Quaker moths. Like other Orthosia species, it likely exhibits a univoltine life cycle with adults emerging in early spring. The species is recorded from North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain poorly documented in available sources.
Orthotaenia is a genus of tortricid moths in the subfamily Olethreutinae, established by Stephens in 1829. The genus includes at least two recognized species: Orthotaenia undulana (Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775) and Orthotaenia secunda Falkovitsh, 1962. Records indicate presence across northern Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden) and North America (Vermont, USA). The genus belongs to the diverse tortricid moth family, whose larvae typically develop within plant tissues.
Osminia is a genus of clearwing moths in the family Sesiidae, established by Le Cerf in 1917. The genus comprises 14 described species distributed across multiple continents including North America, Africa, and Asia. Species in this genus belong to the tribe Osminiini. The genus includes both relatively recently described species (several named by Duckworth & Eichlin in 1983 and Eichlin in 1998) and older descriptions dating to the 19th century.
Ostrinia marginalis is a small crambid moth described by Francis Walker in 1866. It is found across northern North America from Newfoundland and Maine westward through the Canadian provinces to the Yukon and Northwest Territories. The species is associated with wetland habitats, specifically bogs and marshes. Its larvae feed on Rumex (dock) and Polygonum (knotweed) species.
Bent-lined Tan
Oxycilla malaca, commonly known as the bent-lined tan, is a small moth species in the family Erebidae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1875. The species is distributed across the southeastern and central United States, with records from ten states ranging from Texas to Pennsylvania. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 20 mm. The species is assigned Hodges number 8407 in the North American moth classification system.
Oxycilla ondo is a moth species in the family Erebidae, first described by Barnes in 1907. The species was originally placed in the genus Erastria before being transferred to Oxycilla. It is recorded from North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited in published literature.
Oxyptilus is a genus of plume moths in the family Pterophoridae, established by Philipp Christoph Zeller in 1841. It belongs to the tribe Oxyptilini. The genus has been documented from northern Europe including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. As with other plume moths, members of this genus are characterized by their distinctive wing morphology.
Ozarba n-sp is an undescribed or unidentified species in the genus Ozarba, a group of small noctuid moths in the subfamily Acontiinae. The genus Ozarba contains numerous species distributed across multiple continents, with many species poorly known or awaiting formal description. Members of this genus are typically small, nocturnal moths with relatively plain forewings. The specific epithet "n-sp" indicates this record represents a species not yet assigned a formal scientific name.
Pachylia is a genus of hawk moths (Sphingidae) established by Francis Walker in 1856. The genus contains three recognized species distributed in the Neotropical region. These moths are part of the diverse Macroglossinae subfamily, characterized by their streamlined bodies and rapid flight capabilities typical of sphingids.
Three-horned Moth
Pachypolia atricornis, commonly known as the Three-horned Moth, is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. First described by Grote in 1874, this species is known from North America with confirmed records from Vermont. The genus Pachypolia is classified within the subfamily Noctuinae. The common name refers to distinctive horn-like projections on the head.
Jeweled Tailed Slug Moth
Packardia geminata, commonly known as the Jeweled Tailed Slug Moth, is a species of slug moth in the family Limacodidae. The species was first described by Packard in 1864 under the basionym Cyrtosia geminata. Like other limacodid moths, the larvae are slug-like caterpillars with reduced prolegs that move by gliding rather than crawling. The family is known for caterpillars that often possess urticating (stinging) spines or setae. Adults are small to medium-sized moths with relatively broad wings. The specific epithet "geminata" (Latin for "twinned" or "doubled") may refer to paired markings or features on the wings or body.
Paectes asper is a moth in the family Euteliidae first described by Michael G. Pogue in 2013. The species is widespread across the Caribbean region, ranging from southern Florida and the Bahamas through the Greater Antilles (excluding Puerto Rico) to the Lesser Antilles including the British Virgin Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Dominica. The specific name derives from Latin 'asper' meaning rough, referring to the roughened texture of the apex of the free saccular extension in the male genitalia.
Pagara is a monotypic moth genus in the family Erebidae, established by Francis Walker in 1856. Its sole species, Pagara simplex (the mouse-colored lichen moth), occurs across the eastern and central United States. The genus belongs to the subfamily Arctiinae (tussock moths) and tribe Lithosiini (lichen moths). Adults are small with a wingspan of approximately 23 mm. Formerly, Pagara fuscipes was included but has been reclassified.
Mouse-colored Tiger Moth, Mouse-colored Lichen Moth
Pagara simplex is a moth species in the family Erebidae, subfamily Arctiinae, described by Francis Walker in 1856. Commonly known as the mouse-colored tiger moth or mouse-colored lichen moth, it occurs across much of the eastern and central United States. The species belongs to the tribe Lithosiini, a group often referred to as lichen moths due to their typical cryptic coloration.
Palpita Moths
Palpita is a genus of crambid moths in the family Crambidae, subfamily Spilomelinae. The genus includes numerous species distributed across multiple continents, with several species recognized as significant agricultural pests. Notable pest species include Palpita forficifera and Palpita unionalis, which are major pests of olive trees in Brazil, Uruguay, and the Mediterranean region. Other species such as Palpita (Diaphania) indica feed on cucurbits, while Palpita flegia feeds on Cascabela thevetia. The genus is taxonomically complex, with members of the genus Stemorrhages appearing very similar in appearance.
Palpita aenescentalis is a moth species in the family Crambidae, described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1952. It is known from eastern and central North America, with records spanning from Canada to the southeastern United States. The species belongs to a large genus of snout moths, many of which are associated with woody plants.
Freeman's Palpita Moth
Palpita freemanalis is a small crambid moth in the subfamily Spilomelinae, described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1952. It occurs across the southeastern and central United States, with adults active primarily during late summer. The species is characterized by its modest size and relatively broad geographic distribution within its range.
Pammene medioalbana is a species of tortrix moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Knudson in 1986. It belongs to the genus Pammene, a group of small moths commonly known as fruitworm moths. The species is part of the subfamily Olethreutinae, which includes many economically significant agricultural pests. Limited published information exists regarding its specific biology and ecology.
Pammene perstructana is a small tortricid moth described by Walker in 1863, originally placed in the genus Sciaphila. It belongs to the tribe Grapholitini within the subfamily Olethreutinae. The species is documented from the Canadian provinces of Alberta and Manitoba. Like other members of the genus Pammene, it is likely associated with woody plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
A small tortricid moth first described from Canada in 1978. The species was originally placed in the genus Archepandemis but has since been transferred to Pandemis. It is known from a single Canadian province with limited published information on its biology.
Pangraptinae is a subfamily of moths within the family Erebidae. Phylogenetic analysis provides only weak support for its status as a clade, and the subfamily is expected to undergo significant revision with further study. The subfamily is most closely related to a clade containing Aganainae, Herminiinae (litter moths), and Arctiinae (tiger and lichen moths). The genus Pangrapta includes the most frequently encountered species in at least one well-surveyed region.
Panoquina is a genus of skippers in the family Hesperiidae, established by Hemming in 1934. The genus comprises approximately 17 recognized species distributed across the Americas. Several species, such as Panoquina lucas (purple-washed skipper) and Panoquina ocola (ocola skipper), are relatively well-known and frequently observed. Members of this genus are characterized by their rapid, darting flight patterns typical of skippers. The genus has accumulated substantial observational records, with over 21,000 observations documented on iNaturalist.
Evans's skipper
Panoquina evansi, known as Evans's skipper, is a grass skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae. The species was described by Freeman in 1946, originally placed in the genus Calpodes. It belongs to a genus of skippers distributed in the Americas. The MONA (Moths of North America) or Hodges number for this species is 4122.
purple-washed skipper
Panoquina lucas is a species of grass skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, commonly known as the purple-washed skipper. It has a broad distribution spanning the Caribbean, Central America, North America, and South America. The species was originally described as Hesperia lucas by Fabricius in 1793.
ragwort stem borer moth
Papaipema insulidens, commonly known as the ragwort stem borer moth, is a species of cutworm moth in the family Noctuidae. The species was described by Bird in 1902 and is native to North America. The common name suggests larval boring behavior in ragwort (Senecio) stems, though specific host associations require verification. It is assigned Hodges number 9488 in the North American moth numbering system.