Caripeta pulcherrima is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by Guedet in 1941, originally under the name Lygris pulcherrima. The species is found in North America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6870.
A clearwing moth species described by Eichlin in 1987. Like other members of the genus Carmenta, it belongs to the family Sesiidae, a group of moths characterized by wasp-mimicking appearance and diurnal activity. The species is known from the Nearctic region. Specific details regarding its biology, host plants, and distribution remain poorly documented in available literature.
Currant Fruitworm Moth
Carposina fernaldana is a small moth in the family Carposinidae, described by August Busck in 1907. The species is named in honor of Charles H. Fernald. It occurs in eastern North America from Quebec southward along the Mississippi drainage to Missouri. The larvae feed internally in fruits of hawthorn (Crataegus) and currant/gooseberry (Ribes) species.
Carposina fernaldana ottawana is a subspecies of moth in the family Carposinidae. The species Carposina fernaldana is known to occur in Asia and has been intercepted at North American ports of entry on imported goods. This subspecies designation indicates geographic variation within the species. The species is associated with Rosaceae hosts, particularly apple.
American Peach Fruit Moth
Carposina ottawana is a North American moth species in the family Carposinidae. It is commonly known as the American Peach Fruit Moth. The species was described by Kearfott in 1907 and is distinct from the Asian peach fruit moth Carposina sasakii, with which it shares a common name but not a geographic range. It belongs to a family whose larvae are typically internal feeders in fruits and seeds.
Carposina simulator is a moth species in the family Carposinidae, described by Donald R. Davis in 1969. The species is known from a single location in Arkansas, USA, and belongs to a family whose larvae typically bore into fruits or plant tissues. Very little is known about its biology, appearance, or ecological role.
Fine-lined Sallow
Catabena lineolata, commonly known as the fine-lined sallow, is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Francis Walker in 1865. The species is found in North America, with documented occurrences in Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10033, a standard cataloging system for North American Lepidoptera.
Catastega plicata is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Brown in 1992. The species belongs to the genus Catastega, which is classified within the tribe Eucosmini. As a member of the large and diverse family Tortricidae, this species is part of a group commonly known as leafroller moths, though specific ecological details for C. plicata remain poorly documented. The genus name Catastega derives from Greek roots, while the specific epithet "plicata" refers to a folded or pleated characteristic, likely alluding to wing morphology.
Andromache Underwing
Catocala andromache, the Andromache Underwing, is a moth in the family Erebidae. It belongs to the genus Catocala, commonly known as underwing moths, which are characterized by their cryptic forewings and brightly colored hindwings. The species is found in the southwestern United States, specifically from southern California to Arizona. Like other underwings, it exhibits the genus's namesake trait of concealing its vibrant hindwings beneath dull forewings at rest.
California Underwing
Catocala californiensis is an underwing moth in the family Erebidae, endemic to southern California. Adults fly from June to July, with likely one generation per year. The larvae are specialized feeders on Quercus turbinella (scrub oak).
Catocala faustina cleopatra is a subspecies of underwing moth in the genus Catocala, family Erebidae. Like other underwings, it possesses cryptic forewings that conceal brightly colored hindwings, which are revealed when the moth is disturbed. The subspecies was described by Strecker in 1874. Underwing moths are notable for their distinctive defensive display behavior and are popular among lepidopterists.
Ilia Underwing
Catocala ilia zoe is a subspecies of underwing moth in the family Erebidae, native to western North America. It is one of several subspecies of Catocala ilia, a widespread North American underwing moth known for its cryptic forewings and brightly colored hindwings. The subspecies was described by Behr in 1874. Like other underwings, it is nocturnal and attracted to light sources.
Myristica Underwing
Catocala myristica is a species of underwing moth in the family Erebidae, described by Kons and Borth in 2015. Like other members of the genus Catocala, it possesses cryptic forewings that conceal brightly colored hindwings, which are revealed when the moth is disturbed. The species is part of a diverse genus containing over 250 species worldwide, with approximately half occurring in North America.
Texan Underwing
Catocala texanae, the Texan Underwing, is a moth in the family Erebidae described by George Hazen French in 1902. It is endemic to Texas, with adults active from May to June. Like other underwing moths, it likely exhibits the characteristic resting posture with cryptic forewings concealing brightly patterned hindwings.
Cauchas spinulosa is a species of fairy longhorn moth in the family Adelidae, described by Davis and Medeiros in 2023. As a member of the Adelidae, it belongs to a family characterized by exceptionally long antennae, particularly in males. The genus Cauchas comprises small moths with distinctive morphological features. This species was established through recent taxonomic work, reflecting ongoing research into adelid diversity.
Cauchas trifascia is a recently described species of fairy longhorn moth in the family Adelidae, named by Davis & Medeiros in 2023. The species belongs to a genus of small moths characterized by extremely long antennae, particularly in males. Very little is currently documented about its biology, distribution, or ecology due to its recent description and apparent rarity.
Cauchas vittata is a species of longhorn moth in the family Adelidae, described by Davis and Medeiros in 2023. It belongs to the genus Cauchas, a group of small moths characterized by their extraordinarily long antennae, particularly in males. The species name 'vittata' (meaning striped or banded) likely refers to distinct longitudinal markings on the wings or body. As a recently described species, detailed natural history information remains limited.
Cecharismena cara is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, described by Möschler in 1890. The species is known to occur in North America. It belongs to the subfamily Calpinae within the diverse noctuoid moth superfamily. Very little specific information about its biology, ecology, or appearance has been documented in accessible sources.
Cecharismena jalapena is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, first described by William Schaus in 1906 from specimens collected in Jalapa, Mexico. The species was originally placed in the genus Rhaesena before being transferred to Cecharismena. It belongs to the subfamily Calpinae, a group of moths whose larvae often feed on rotting fruit or other organic matter.
prominent moths
Cecrita is a genus of prominent moths in the family Notodontidae, established by Francis Walker in 1855. The genus contains approximately eight described species distributed across North, Central, and South America. These moths are part of the subfamily Heterocampinae. Two species, Cecrita guttivitta (saddled prominent) and Cecrita biundata (wavy-lined heterocampa), are relatively well-known and frequently encountered.
Saddled Prominent
Cecrita guttivitta, commonly known as the Saddled Prominent, is a moth in the family Notodontidae. It is distributed across eastern North America and has been documented in considerable numbers on iNaturalist. The species was described by Walker in 1855. Its taxonomic placement has been subject to some uncertainty, with some sources listing it under the genus Disphragis.
Fritzgaertner's Flat
Celaenorrhinus fritzgaertneri is a spread-wing skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, originally described from Texas in 1880. The species occurs in Central America and North America, with two recognized subspecies: the nominate form and C. f. variegatus. It belongs to a genus of approximately 90 species distributed primarily in the Old World tropics, with this species representing one of the few New World members.
echo azure, western azure
Celastrina echo sidara is a subspecies of the echo azure butterfly, originally described by Clench in 1944. It belongs to the family Lycaenidae, commonly known as the gossamer-winged butterflies. The subspecies is currently treated as a synonym of Celastrina ladon in some taxonomic databases, reflecting ongoing taxonomic uncertainty within the Celastrina echo species complex. As a member of the Polyommatinae subfamily, it shares characteristics with other 'blue' butterflies.
Cenopis is a genus of tortrix moths in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Tortricinae, and tribe Sparganothini. The genus was established by Zeller in 1875 and contains multiple species distributed primarily in North America. These moths are small to medium-sized with characteristic tortricid wing posture at rest.
Gray Cenopis Moth, gray sparganothis moth
Cenopis cana is a tortricid moth found across eastern and central North America. The species was originally described by Robinson in 1869 and has undergone taxonomic revision, previously placed in the genus Sparganothis. It is one of multiple Cenopis species in North America. Available records indicate broad geographic distribution spanning the United States and Canada, with observations from 47 iNaturalist records contributing to current knowledge of its range.
Cephimallota is a genus of small moths in the family Tineidae, established by Bruand in 1851. The genus contains five described species distributed across the Palearctic region. These moths are classified within the clothes moth family Tineidae, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Dark Scallop Moth
Cepphis decoloraria, known as the dark scallop moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is native to North America and has been documented in regions including Manitoba, Canada and Vermont, United States. The species was first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1886, originally placed in the genus Endropia before being transferred to Cepphis.
Cerastis gloriosa is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Crabo and Lafontaine in 1997. The species is found in North America and has been assigned the MONA or Hodges number 10995.3. As a member of the Noctuidae, it belongs to one of the largest families of moths, commonly known as owlet moths.
Royal Moths
Ceratocampinae is a subfamily of giant silk moths in the family Saturniidae, commonly known as royal moths. Species are found exclusively in the New World. The subfamily includes large, strikingly colored moths with reduced or vestigial adult mouthparts; adults do not feed. Larvae are typically large and often bear prominent horns or tubercles, though they are harmless despite their fierce appearance. Representative genera include Citheronia (regal moth), Eacles (imperial moth), and Anisota.
Ceratonyx arizonensis is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It belongs to the genus Ceratonyx, which contains species commonly known as spanworms or loopers. The species epithet 'arizonensis' indicates its association with Arizona. Very little specific information is documented about this particular species in available sources.
Gopher Tortoise Shell Moth
Ceratophaga vicinella is a highly specialized keratin-feeding moth in the family Tineidae. The larvae feed exclusively on the keratin shells of dead gopher tortoises (Gopherus polyphemus), making this species dependent on a single host source that is currently in decline. Adults are small, dark moths with distinctive cream-colored head tufts. The species has a restricted range in the southeastern United States and appears to be declining due to threats facing its tortoise host.
Ferguson's sallow moth
Chaetaglaea fergusoni, known as Ferguson's sallow moth, is a noctuid moth described by Vernon Antoine Brou Jr. in 1997. It is a member of the genus Chaetaglaea, a group of sallow moths characterized by their distinctive morphological features. The species is documented in North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 9948.1.
silky sallow
Chaetaglaea sericea, commonly known as the silky sallow, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It was first described by Morrison in 1874 under the basionym Glaea sericea. The species is found in North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 9950. It belongs to the genus Chaetaglaea, a group of sallow moths within the large noctuid family.
Chamaeclea is a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae, subfamily Acontiinae. The genus contains two recognized species: Chamaeclea basiochrea and Chamaeclea pernana. Both species are native to North America. The genus was established by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1883.
Bruce's tiger moth
Chelis brucei, commonly known as Bruce's tiger moth, is a species of tiger moth in the family Erebidae. Described by Henry Edwards in 1888, this moth is restricted to mountainous regions of western North America. Adults are active during a brief flight period in mid-summer, while larvae have been documented feeding on a limited set of host plants. The species was transferred from the genus Neoarctia to Chelis as part of a broader taxonomic reorganization of tiger moth genera.
Chesiadini is a tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Larentiinae, established by Stephens in 1850. The tribe comprises approximately 12 recognized genera distributed primarily in the Holarctic region. Members are small to medium-sized moths with relatively broad wings and often subdued coloration. The tribe includes economically and ecologically significant species such as those in the genus Aplocera.
borers
Chilo is a genus of crambid moths (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) commonly known as borers. Species in this genus are primarily recognized as agricultural pests of graminaceous crops, particularly sugarcane. The genus includes economically significant species such as C. tumidicostalis (Plassey borer), C. sacchariphagus indicus (internode borer), C. auricilius (stalk borer), and C. suppressalis (striped rice stem borer). These moths are characterized by larval stages that bore into plant stems, causing substantial yield losses in tropical and subtropical agricultural regions.
Chimoptesis is a genus of tortricid moths established by Powell in 1964, placed in the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. The genus contains four described species distributed in North America. Larvae of at least one species have been associated with oaks (Quercus).
Chiomara is a genus of skipper butterflies (family Hesperiidae) established by Godman and Salvin in 1899. The genus belongs to the subfamily Pyrginae, commonly known as the spread-winged skippers. Species in this genus are found in the Neotropical region.
Chiomara georgina is a species of skipper butterfly (family Hesperiidae) described by Reakirt in 1868. According to GBIF taxonomy records, this name is currently treated as a synonym of Chiomara asychis. The genus Chiomara comprises Neotropical skippers, though specific ecological details for this nominal species remain poorly documented in available sources.
Chionodes hapsus is a small moth in the family Gelechiidae, described by Hodges in 1999. It occurs across the eastern and central United States and southern Ontario, Canada. The species is associated with oak forests, where its larvae feed on white oak and bur oak.
Chionodes pereyra is a small moth in the family Gelechiidae, described by Clarke in 1947. It occurs across eastern and central North America, with records spanning from Massachusetts and Michigan south to Florida and Texas. The larvae are specialized feeders on red oak group Quercus species.
Chionodes pinguicula is a small gelechiid moth described by Meyrick in 1929. It occurs in arid and semi-arid regions of western North America. The species has a wingspan of 13–15 mm. Larvae are known to feed on Atriplex canescens (fourwing saltbush), a common shrub in desert habitats.
Chionodes rhombus is a species of moth in the family Gelechiidae. It was described by Hodges in 1999 and is known from multiple western North American states. The larvae feed on Populus species, making this a specialized herbivore with documented host plant relationships.
Chionodes tessa is a species of moth in the family Gelechiidae, described by Clarke in 1947. It is known from western North America, with records from Washington, Idaho, Oregon, California, and Arizona. As a member of the large genus Chionodes, it belongs to a group of small moths whose larvae typically feed on plant material, though specific host associations for this species remain undocumented.
Subflexus Straw Moth
Chloridea subflexa is a noctuid moth first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. It is the sibling species of the tobacco budworm (Chloridea virescens), from which it is distinguished by host plant specialization. The species is notably rare compared to its widespread congener and feeds exclusively on ground cherry (Physalis spp., Solanaceae). It has been recorded across a broad geographic range from the United States through the Antilles to Argentina.
Tobacco Budworm Moth, Tobacco Budworm
Chloridea virescens, the tobacco budworm moth, is a noctuid moth native to the Americas and a major agricultural pest. The species was transferred from genus Heliothis to Chloridea in 2013 based on genetic and morphological evidence. Adults are brownish with green tinge and distinctive wing banding. Larvae feed on buds, blossoms, and fruit of diverse host plants, causing significant crop damage. The species has developed rapid resistance to multiple insecticide classes, making management challenging.
raspberry looper moth
Chlorochlamys is a genus of emerald moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Geometrinae. The genus contains four described species distributed across eastern and central North America. The most commonly encountered species, Chlorochlamys chloroleucaria, is known as the raspberry looper and has been documented feeding on prairie dock (Silphium terebinthinaceum) and Eriogonum alatum.
Chlorosea margaretaria is a species of emerald moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Sperry in 1944. It belongs to the subfamily Geometrinae, which includes many green-colored moths commonly known as emeralds. The species is known from North America, though specific details about its biology remain limited in published sources.
Eumeda Checkerspot
Chlosyne eumeda is a checkerspot butterfly in the family Nymphalidae, described by Godman and Salvin in 1894. It is primarily found in Mexico, with rare strays occasionally reaching southern Arizona and southern Texas. The species belongs to a genus of brush-footed butterflies known for their distinctive checkered wing patterns.