A small moth species in the family Tineidae, described by Koçak in 1986. Known from a limited number of records in Kentucky, USA. The genus Eccritothrix contains few described species, and this taxon remains poorly documented in scientific literature.
Ecdytolopha nigrita is a tortricid moth species described by Brown in 2017. It belongs to the genus Ecdytolopha within the subfamily Olethreutinae. The species epithet "nigrita" refers to black coloration, suggesting dark wing or body pigmentation. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Ecdytolopha occidentana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. Described from western North America in 2001, it belongs to a genus whose larvae are known to develop within plant tissues. The species is documented from a limited number of observations.
Egira purpurea is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1910. The specific epithet 'purpurea' (Latin for 'purple') likely refers to coloration of the adult. As a member of the genus Egira, it belongs to a group of moths whose larvae are commonly known as cutworms or armyworms. The species is native to North America.
thistledown velvet ant
Eichlinia gloriosa is a clearwing moth in the family Sesiidae, first described by Edwards in 1880. The species belongs to a family whose members are known for mimicking wasps or hornets through their transparent wings and wasp-like body shape. As with other sesiid moths, adults are diurnal and often visit flowers for nectar. The genus Eichlinia is part of the tribe Melittiini within the subfamily Sesiinae.
Elachista cucullata is a small moth in the family Elachistidae, described by Braun in 1926. It is distributed across eastern and central North America, with records from the United States and Canada. The species has a wingspan of 8–9 mm. Adults are active from May to July, and larvae are stem-leaf miners on Carex species.
Grass-miner moths, Grass Miner Moths
Elachistidae is a family of small moths in the superfamily Gelechioidea, commonly known as grass-miner moths. The family has undergone significant taxonomic revision, with modern circumscriptions restricting it to essentially the subfamily Elachistinae. Members are small to very small moths with wingspans usually around 1 cm, characterized by feather-like wings with fine hair covering the fringes and often reduced hindwings. The family contains approximately 805 valid species placed in 10 genera, with Elachista being the largest genus. Larvae are typically leaf miners or stem miners on Poales (grasses and related plants).
Midgets
Elaphria is a genus of small moths in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as "midgets." The genus was established by Jacob Hübner in 1818 and contains approximately 100 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. These moths are typically attracted to light and are frequently encountered by entomologists using blacklight traps.
Elaphria deltoides is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Möschler in 1880. It is classified within the tribe Elaphriini and is known from North America. The species has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 9679.1. As a member of the cutworm or dart moth group, it belongs to a diverse assemblage of primarily nocturnal Lepidoptera.
A small North American owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. Adults are attracted to light sources. The species is part of the diverse Elaphria genus, which includes several similar-looking small moths often active in autumn.
Elasmia mandela santaana is a subspecies of moth in the family Notodontidae, described by Metzler and Knudson in 2011. It belongs to the genus Elasmia, a group of prominent moths within the subfamily Nystaleinae. The subspecies designation indicates geographic variation within the broader species E. mandela. Records indicate presence in both Middle America and North America.
Ellabella bayensis is a moth species in the family Copromorphidae, a small family of lepidopterans sometimes referred to as "fruitworm moths." The species is endemic to California, where it has been documented in coastal regions. Like other members of its family, it is presumed to be small and inconspicuous, with limited published information available regarding its biology.
Linden Prominent, linden prominent moth
Ellida caniplaga, the linden prominent moth, is a North American notodontid moth distributed across eastern and central United States and Canada. Adults fly from April through September with two generations annually in southern populations. The species is strongly associated with Tilia (linden/basswood) trees, upon which larvae feed.
Ematurga is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Julius Lederer in 1853. The genus contains at least two recognized species, including Ematurga atomaria (common heath), a widespread European species. Species in this genus are associated with heathland and moorland habitats. The genus is classified within the subfamily Ennominae.
Embola ionis is a species of moth in the family Heliodinidae, described by Clarke in 1952. The genus Embola belongs to a family of small, often metallic moths commonly known as sun moths. Records of this species are sparse, with limited documentation of its biology and distribution.
spotted oleander caterpillar moth
Empyreuma is a genus of tiger moths in the family Erebidae, containing three species. The genus name derives from the Greek ἐμπύρευμα, meaning "a live coal covered with ashes." Adults exhibit striking aposematic coloration with orange and black patterns that mimic stinging wasps. Larvae feed exclusively on oleander (Nerium oleander), a toxic plant containing cardiac glycosides that the caterpillars sequester for their own defense. The genus is notable for its acoustic courtship behavior, with males producing sounds detected by female tympanic organs.
Enaemia is a genus of moths in the family Lacturidae, established by Zeller in 1872. It is currently treated as a synonym of Lactura. The genus belongs to the superfamily Zygaenoidea, a group that includes burnet and forester moths. Records indicate approximately 3,700 observations under this name, though these likely represent species now classified under Lactura.
Pale Enargia, Aspen Twoleaf Tier Moth
A noctuid moth with boreal-transcontinental distribution across North America, primarily associated with trembling aspen and related poplar species. Adults are active in late summer, with larvae capable of reaching outbreak densities that cause extensive defoliation of host stands. The species shows a disjunct western distribution pattern that may represent cryptic diversity.
Etched Sallow
Enargia fausta is a noctuid moth described by Schmidt in 2010. It is restricted to the boreal forest and boreal-deciduous forest transition zone of North America, ranging from central Alberta to New Brunswick with eastern records extending to the Ottawa River Valley. The species was long confused with Enargia infumata due to morphological similarity but differs in its more limited geographic distribution, lacking the Rocky Mountain and northern extensions of that species. Adults are active in late summer, and larvae feed on specific hardwood tree species.
Verbena Bud Moth
Endothenia hebesana is a small tortricid moth commonly known as the verbena bud moth. The species has a broad North American distribution spanning from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific. Larvae develop inside the flower stalks and seed heads of numerous plant species, particularly in the genera Verbena and Penstemon. Fourth and fifth instars overwinter within host plant stems, with pupation occurring in late spring.
Endothenia montanana is a small tortricid moth species described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the genus Endothenia, a group of leaf-roller moths within the family Tortricidae. The species has been recorded from North American localities including the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, as well as the U.S. state of Vermont. Like many Endothenia species, it is likely associated with herbaceous host plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Enigmogramma is a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae, subfamily Plusiinae, tribe Argyrogrammatini. The genus was established by Lafontaine and Poole in 1991 and contains six described species distributed across the Americas. Members of this genus are part of the diverse owlet moth fauna, though specific ecological and biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Entephria separata is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Larentiinae. It was described by Troubridge in 1988 and is one of 11 Nearctic species in the genus Entephria. The species is found in North America.
Mexican rice borer, Mexican Rice-borer Moth
Eoreuma loftini, the Mexican rice borer, is a small moth in the family Crambidae described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1917. It is a significant agricultural pest of sugarcane, rice, corn, sorghum, and lemongrass in the southern United States and Mexico. The species is invasive in the U.S. and is expanding its range northward at approximately 15 miles per year, having spread from Texas into Louisiana and Florida since 1980. Larval feeding inside plant stems causes characteristic damage including 'deadhearting' and 'whiteheading' in rice, and stem rot in lemongrass, resulting in substantial yield losses.
Silverdrops, Flasher butterflies
Epargyreus is a genus of skipper butterflies in the family Hesperiidae, commonly known as silverdrops or flasher butterflies. The genus name derives from Greek argyros meaning 'silver,' referring to the characteristic white spot on the ventral hindwing. Species occur across the Nearctic and Neotropical realms, with the best-known species being Epargyreus clarus (silver-spotted skipper), which ranges from southern Canada through the United States to South America. Larvae construct distinctive leaf shelters using silk and are known for 'frass-shooting' behavior—expelling excrement up to 40 times their body length away from their shelters.
fringe-tufted moths
Epermeniidae, commonly called fringe-tufted moths, is a family of small Lepidoptera containing approximately 14 genera. The family is placed in its own superfamily Epermenioidea, though its systematic position among the apoditrysian group "Obtectomera" remains uncertain. Members are characterized by distinctive projecting scale tufts on the inner margin of the hindwing and whorls of bristles on the legs. The group has been extensively revised by Dr. Reinhard Gaedike, with major genera including Epermenia, Ochromolopis, and Gnathifera.
Fringe-tufted Moths
Epermenioidea is a superfamily of Lepidoptera containing the single family Epermeniidae, commonly known as fringe-tufted moths. The group comprises approximately 14 genera distributed across multiple continents including Australia, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The superfamily was previously classified within Yponomeutoidea or Copromorphoidea but is now recognized as distinct based on morphological features. Taxonomic revisions continue to clarify generic boundaries and species diversity.
Ephippiphora imitativa is a species of tortrix moth in the family Tortricidae. The specific epithet "imitativa" suggests a resemblance to other species. Based on the small number of iNaturalist observations (8), it appears to be rarely encountered or poorly known. As a member of Tortricidae, it likely possesses the characteristic bell-shaped resting posture and forewings that fold over the abdomen.
Ephippiphora vitrana is a species of tortrix moth in the family Tortricidae. It belongs to a genus characterized by distinctive wing patterns and resting postures. The species is known from limited observations, with most records originating from southern Africa.
Epiblema is a genus of tortricid moths in the tribe Eucosmini, with approximately 100 described species distributed primarily in the Holarctic region. Several species have been extensively studied for their ecological interactions, including parasitoid relationships and cryoprotective adaptations for overwintering. Some species, notably E. strenuana (ragweed borer) and E. minutana, have been investigated as biological control agents for invasive Asteraceae weeds, though taxonomic revisions have clarified their distinct status. The genus exhibits diverse larval feeding habits, with some species boring into plant stems or forming galls.
Epiblema carolinana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Eucosmini. It is a small moth typical of the genus Epiblema, which includes numerous species of leafroller moths. The species was described by Walsingham in 1895 based on material from the Carolinas. Like other members of its genus, it likely has a concealed larval stage within rolled or tied leaves of host plants.
Epiblema chromata is a small tortricid moth species described by Miller in 1985. As a member of the leafroller moth family Tortricidae, it shares the characteristic behavior of caterpillars that roll or tie leaves for shelter. The genus Epiblema contains numerous small, often subtly patterned species that can be challenging to identify to species level without close examination. This species has been documented through citizen science observations, with records accumulating in biodiversity databases.
Epiblema desertana is a small moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Zeller in 1875. Like other members of the genus Epiblema, it belongs to the leafroller moth group, where larvae typically roll or tie leaves to create shelters. The species has been documented in North America, with records from the United States including Vermont.
Blue-washed Goldenrod Borer
A small tortricid moth in the genus Epiblema, recognized by the common name Blue-washed Goldenrod Borer. The species was described by Harrison G. Dyar in 1903 and belongs to the leafroller moth family Tortricidae. Like other members of its genus, it likely develops as a stem or root borer in herbaceous plants. The specific epithet and common name suggest coloration with bluish or grayish tones.
Epiblema rudei is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Powell in 1975. It belongs to the genus Epiblema, a group of small moths commonly known as tortricid or leafroller moths. The species is known from a limited number of observations, with records primarily from western North America. As with many Epiblema species, detailed biological information remains sparse.
cutworm, dart moth
Epidemas cinerea is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It is found in North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10002. Very little specific information is available about its biology or ecology.
Epinotia cercocarpana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. The species was described by Harrison Dyar in 1903. The specific epithet references Cercocarpus, a genus of mountain mahogany plants, suggesting a possible host plant association. As with many small olethreutine moths, detailed life history and ecological information remain limited in published literature.
Grey Aspen Bell
Epinotia cinereana is a Holarctic tortricid moth in the tribe Eucosmini, resurrected from synonymy with E. nisella in 2012 based on DNA barcoding, genital morphology, and life history differences. It occurs across Europe and North America, with moderate intraspecific genetic variation between continents but no correlated morphological differences. The species was previously hidden under the name E. nisella, a highly variable species with which it had been conflated for decades.
Epinotia columbia is a species of tortricid moth described by Kearfott in 1904. It belongs to the tribe Eucosmini within the subfamily Olethreutinae. The species has been recorded in the prairie provinces of Canada, with observations documented in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.
Epinotia ephemerana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Brown & Brown in 2018. The species belongs to the genus Epinotia, a group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited. The specific epithet "ephemerana" suggests a possible association with ephemeral or short-lived host plants or habitats.
Epinotia improvisana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini. The species was described by Heinrich in 1923. Like other members of the genus Epinotia, it is a small moth with characteristic wing patterns typical of the tribe Eucosmini. Specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Epinotia johnsonana is a small moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Kearfott in 1907 from specimens collected in North America. The species belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small tortricid moths whose larvae typically feed on coniferous trees. Adults are active during the summer months and can be attracted to light. The species appears to be relatively uncommon in collections, with limited published biological information available.
Epinotia miscana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous species of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The species is part of the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Eucosmini. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a small moth with larvae that feed on plant material, though specific details about its biology remain limited in available literature.
Epinotia nigralbana is a small moth species in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. First described by Walsingham in 1879, this species is part of the diverse genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small tortricid moths commonly known as larch tortricids or similar names. The species is documented from western North America, with records from Alberta, Canada. Like other Epinotia species, it is likely associated with coniferous hosts, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
A small tortricid moth in the genus Epinotia, described by Kearfott in 1907. The species belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae, a group commonly known as olethreutine moths or tortricid leafrollers. Epinotia species are generally associated with coniferous and deciduous trees, though specific ecological details for E. normanana remain poorly documented in published literature.
Epinotia subplicana is a small tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Eucosmini. The species was described by Walsingham in 1879. As a member of the genus Epinotia, it belongs to a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths, many of which are associated with coniferous hosts.
Epinotia subviridis is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, described by Heinrich in 1929. The species belongs to the genus Epinotia, a diverse group of small moths commonly known as tortricids or leafroller moths. As with many Epinotia species, detailed biological information remains limited in published literature.
Epinotia xandana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. It was described by Kearfott in 1907. The species belongs to the large genus Epinotia, which contains numerous small moths commonly known as epinotias. Records indicate occurrence in Alberta, Canada.
Epinotia zandana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. Originally described by Kearfott in 1907 as Eucosma zandana, it was later transferred to the genus Epinotia. Like other members of this genus, it is likely a small moth associated with coniferous hosts, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in published literature.